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Learn DBT Skills In A Group
Weekly sessions are available. Grouport offers therapist-led dialectical behavior therapy skills groups online. The first 12 weeks covers fundamental DBT skills.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced a new layer of stress and anxiety in our lives, leading to an increase in mental health issues worldwide, a phenomenon referred to as COVID depression. As people grapple with illness, isolation, loss, and uncertainty, it's crucial to understand this emerging issue, its symptoms, and how to seek help.
The advent of the COVID-19 pandemic brought with it not only a global health crisis but also an unprecedented surge in mental health issues. COVID depression is a form of depression directly linked to the unique stressors associated with the pandemic. This includes factors like isolation due to lockdowns, fear of infection, grief over the loss of loved ones, economic hardship, and the general upheaval of life as we knew it.
COVID depression can affect anyone, regardless of whether they have contracted the virus. People who have never experienced mental health issues before may find themselves struggling with depressive symptoms. It's a testament to the wide-ranging impact of the pandemic on individual and collective mental health.
While COVID depression arises from the unique circumstances of the pandemic, its symptoms align with those of major depressive disorder. Individuals may experience feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness that persist for most of the day, nearly every day. They may lose interest in activities they once enjoyed and feel fatigued even without physical exertion.
Physical symptoms can include changes in appetite, sleep disturbances, and unexplained aches or pains. Individuals might also experience difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions. Severe cases can result in recurrent thoughts of death or suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, it's crucial to seek help immediately.
Fortunately, COVID depression is treatable. Many of the same methods used to address traditional depression are effective here as well. Mental health professionals can provide psychotherapy, sometimes called talk therapy, which can help individuals understand and navigate their feelings. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective in challenging and changing unhelpful thought patterns.
Antidepressant medications can also be a part of the treatment plan, depending on the severity of the symptoms and the individual's personal health history. It's crucial to discuss these options with a healthcare provider to determine the most suitable approach.
Besides professional treatment, self-care strategies can be beneficial. This can include maintaining a regular sleep schedule, eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and staying connected with loved ones virtually if in-person contact isn't possible. Mindfulness practices, like meditation or yoga, can also be helpful.
The challenges posed by COVID depression are formidable, but with awareness and the right resources, we can navigate this difficult time. Remember, reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and there's no need to face these feelings alone. You're not alone, and help is available.
Grouport Therapy provides online group therapy for anger management, anxiety, borderline personality, chronic illness, depression, dialectical behavior therapy, grief and loss, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues and trauma and PTSD. Our licensed therapist leads weekly group sessions conducted remotely in the comfort of members' homes. According to participant feedback, 70% experienced significant improvements within 8 weeks.
You don't have to face these challenges alone. Join our community and work together towards a brighter future. Sign up for one of our courses today and begin your journey towards meaningful, lasting change and renewed hope.
Due to licensing restrictions, our online group therapy sessions are for Florida, New York, and New Jersey residents. If you are not a resident of either state, consider our dialectical behavior therapy skills group. It is a therapist-instructor-led online group that will teach you strategic new skills to replace behaviors and emotions causing friction in your daily life and relationships. It is excellent for interpersonal connections and building social skills concerning relationship issues.
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