2010-02-05

depression.

it seems i am depressed. lmao. cause my IS study for ESL is about antidepressants and depression, while i was doing research, i stumbled upon these few fun facts.

symptoms of depression
-Sadness or hopelessness
-Irritability, anger, or hostility
-Tearfulness or frequent crying
-Withdrawal from friends and family
-Loss of interest in activities
-Changes in eating and sleeping habits
-Restlessness and agitation
-Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
-Lack of enthusiasm and motivation
-Fatigue or lack of energy
-Difficulty concentrating
-Thoughts of death or suicide

see, i have everything cept the last fun fact. LMAO.

how to deal with depressed people.
- offer support
- be gentle but persistent
- listen without lecturing
- validate feelings.

so harh, must follow it lo when dealing with me. haha. =)

xoxo
joanna

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