Depression Retreats

 Depression is a massive global health problem that continues to grow. According to the World Health Organisation, an estimated 300 million people struggle with the disease and according to the NHS, antidepressant use has more than doubled over the last decade. It’s clear that our current treatment methods just aren’t working. However, there is an alternative that is growing in popularity as it offers some significant benefits for those battling with the illness: Depression Retreats – Retreats specifically designed to help people suffering from depression.

By combining nourishing food, yoga, meditation, mindfulness, fresh air, workshops and therapies, these depression retreats can help you make it through those times when your mental health gets the better of you and provide the support you need to recover.

Today we’d like to talk more about depression and dive deeper into the reasons why those common treatments often don’t work. Then we’ll explore a powerful framework that can help you overcome your depression and take a look at how these wellness retreats can help you make this happen.

What exactly is Depression?

These days, people tend to use the word ‘depressed’ or ‘depression’ to refer to a sense of sadness or disappointment.

However, true depression is much more serious than that. We’re talking about extended periods of feeling down that last for more than a few weeks and start affecting other areas of your life. The symptoms can vary widely from person to person but can include:

·       Sadness

·       Anxiety

·       Panicky or worried feelings

·       Feeling tired

·       Low self-esteem

·       Feeling frustrated

·       Feeling hopeless

·       Not getting enjoyment out of life (especially the things that used to bring you joy).

·       Struggling to concentrate

·       Comfort eating or appetite loss

·       Insomnia or needing to sleep more

·       Withdrawing from close relationships

·       Feeling numb or empty

·       Suicidal thoughts or thoughts about harming yourself

Many people suffering from mental health problems like depression don’t seek professional help, either because they feel their symptoms are too mild or they prefer to try to cope alone. However, if they do, they’ll usually be offered treatments from Depression Retreat.

The problem is, many of these treatments don’t work as effectively as we’d like.

We keep needing to go back to our doctor to get our dosage increased, or we struggle with the side effects. Therapy often offers benefits, but it can take time to notice any real improvements.