Discover three ways to create a mentally safe workplace for your team
For 2021 World Health Day, #letstalk about Depression. Depression is a mood disorder that causes a constant feeling of sadness and loss of interest. And when you are suffering from depression, it is difficult to carry out daily tasks.
Millions of Australians suffer from depression. New data from Roy Morgan identifies that in the third quarter of 2020, over 3.8 million Australians were suffering from depression during the nationwide lockdown. 1
Sadly, many suffer in silence. Over the years, there's a stigma around depression and mental health in general. But to get people the help they deserve, we need to break the stigma and talk about depression.
How to tell if someone is suffering from depression? Here are the common signs and symptoms:
Behaviour:
He/She is not going out anymore
He/Sher is not getting things done at work
He/Sher is withdrawing from close family and friends
He/Sher is relying on alcohol and sedatives
He/Sher is not doing the usually enjoyable activities
He/She is unable to concentrate
Feelings:
overwhelmed
guilty
irritable
frustrated
lacking in confidence
unhappy
indecisive
disappointed
miserable
sad
Thoughts:
'I’m a failure.'
'It’s my fault.'
'Nothing good ever happens to me.'
'I’m worthless.'
'Life’s not worth living.'
'People would be better off without me.'
Physical:
tired all the time
sick and run down
headaches and muscle pains
churning gut
sleep problems
loss or change of appetite
significant weight loss or gain
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Please note that this list is not to be used as a diagnosis tool. If you are worried and would like more information, please contact your GP for advice and assistance.