CWD Daily
Tips for Coping with Depression
If you are in a suicide crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline -
1-800-273-8255.
1-800-273-8255.
Tip of the Day
“Despite increased awareness of what bipolar disorder is and how it affects people's lives, often thanks to movies and shows like Silver Linings Playbook, Homeland, and Michael Clayton, there are still strong stereotypes that influence how we define and recognize the condition in ourselves and in loved ones.”
Decreased need for
sleep
Racing thoughts and
accelerated speech
Restlessness and
agitation
Overconfidence
Impulsive and risky
behavior
Hopelessness
Withdrawal from family
and friends and lack of interest in activities
Change in appetite and
sleep
Problems with memory,
concentration and decision making
Preoccupation with
death and thoughts of suicide
CWD Daily is written by Julie Aiken, a layperson whose only authority lies in 40 years of coping with depression. Nothing in the newsletter should be taken as medical advice. Please do no self-diagnose or self-prescribe. Above all, please get help if you need it.
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