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Published Nov 22, 2018

124: Kristen Carney | Why Depression Isn't Just Your Own Battle

Comedian Kristen Carney delves into her personal battle with depression, exposing hidden struggles and social misconceptions while discussing the negative influence of social media and emphasizing the importance of strong support systems and professional help for mental health.
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  • Support Systems

    Support systems play a crucial role in managing depression, as emphasizes the importance of creating a list of supportive individuals. This list should include names, contact information, and reasons why these people are valuable, serving as a reminder of one's worth during difficult times 1. notes that having this list prepared in advance can be a lifeline when depression feels isolating and overwhelming 2. Carney highlights that people often want to help more than we assume, making it less burdensome to reach out.

    It's a way to highlight positives when your brain won't be able to do it for you.

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    This proactive approach can alleviate the feeling of being a burden and reinforce connections with those who care.

       

    Professional Help

    Finding professional mental health support can be daunting, as shares her struggles with locating a reliable therapist. She advises persistence and using resources like directories and recommendations from general practitioners 3. Carney recounts a negative experience with a psychiatrist, underscoring the importance of reading reviews to avoid similar pitfalls 4. Despite the challenges, she stresses the need to be one's own advocate, even when it feels impossible.

    You have to be your own champion and you don't want to be your own champion when you're depressed.

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    Enlisting help from friends or hotlines can also be crucial when navigating this difficult process.

       

    Coping Mechanisms

    Daily coping mechanisms are vital for managing depression, as shares her personal experiences with overcoming feelings of laziness and isolation. She describes the daily struggle of pushing through depressive episodes and the importance of recognizing these feelings as symptoms rather than character flaws 5. Carney also highlights the societal challenges posed by the internet and the importance of open conversations about mental health 6.

    Every day for me is really not an experiment, but it is I guess an experiment. I'm trying things constantly to feel better and to get better.

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    By sharing her journey, she encourages others to seek connection and develop strategies to cope with depression.

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