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What is a common symptom of depression according to Dr. Lindsay Standeven?
What is a common symptom of depression according to Dr. Lindsay Standeven?
- Increased energy levels
- Difficulty with socializing
- Improved self-esteem
- Issues with hygiene (correct)
Why might people with depression be afraid to discuss their symptoms with their doctor?
Why might people with depression be afraid to discuss their symptoms with their doctor?
- Fear of being diagnosed with depression
- Fear of being hospitalized
- Fear of being perceived as lazy or immoral (correct)
- Fear of being prescribed medication
What can fuel depressive symptoms even further?
What can fuel depressive symptoms even further?
- Engaging in hobbies and activities
- Socializing and meeting new people
- Shame and low self-esteem (correct)
- Fatigue and lack of energy
Why may people with depression struggle with keeping up with their hygiene?
Why may people with depression struggle with keeping up with their hygiene?
What do experts suggest is important when struggling with depression and hygiene?
What do experts suggest is important when struggling with depression and hygiene?
What is a common everyday task that can feel challenging for people with depression?
What is a common everyday task that can feel challenging for people with depression?
What is a underlying reason why people with depression might not have the energy to shower?
What is a underlying reason why people with depression might not have the energy to shower?
Why might difficulties with grooming and hygiene be particularly hard to discuss with a doctor?
Why might difficulties with grooming and hygiene be particularly hard to discuss with a doctor?
What is a common experience for people with depression when it comes to performing daily tasks?
What is a common experience for people with depression when it comes to performing daily tasks?
What is a consequence of not bathing for people with depression?
What is a consequence of not bathing for people with depression?
Why is showering particularly challenging for people with depression?
Why is showering particularly challenging for people with depression?
What is the attitude that experts suggest people with depression should adopt when struggling with hygiene?
What is the attitude that experts suggest people with depression should adopt when struggling with hygiene?
