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Shes not waking up, she said.
She just wants to sleep.
That is the earliest memories I have of one of my depressions symptoms: lots of sleep.
Ashlyne Mullen,PsyD is a New York-based psychologist.
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Ashlyne Mullen,PsyD is a New York-based psychologist.
Justin Puder, PhD is a mental health influencer based in Florida.
Now, at 29 years old, mydepressionisnt much different.
I lose my appetite for food and activities I love.
I grow frustrated with how quickly my depression comes on and how surprised I am every time it does.
Im far from alone.
And yet, its still really hard to not feel like a failure when your depression comes back.
My latest depressive episode started right after we moved our family back east in a sudden cross-country move.
Any factor or change youve noticed can be helpful on the road back, Dr. Puder says.
She suggests using language such as I am having the thought that… when having a specific thought.
Another way to practice defusion?
Thats where behavior activation comes in.
Behavior activation involves scheduling activities that you once found enjoyable, even when you dont want to do them.
In this way, you’re free to reconnect with things that are meaningful and fun for you.
Practicing behavior activation takes, well, practice.
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