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Latest post on 14 August 2016 - 18:05

Hi

My really good friend is suffering with severe depression. It feels like I'm watching her lose herself in front of my eyes and it's heartbreaking.

She hides it so well from other people that I don't think anyone else would even guess and it's not my place to tell them when they say how happy and a what a joy she is to be around.

He rDoctor put her on antidepressants about 18months ago but she says they seem to have stopped working.

I've suggested she go to see a counsellor.

Can anyone recommend a good one please.

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Latest post on 15 November 2016 - 10:26

Try Dr. T. Kanafani at the Human Relations Institute in JLT, she is highly qualified, speaks both Arabic and English. Therapy is very important when it comes to treating people suffering from depression. It is not for everyone though as it works for some and doesn't for others. I hope she gets better, lucky she has a friend like you! [i'>It is very important to take care of each other in this rushed and hectic world we live in. [/i'> :cool:

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Latest post on 14 November 2016 - 22:25

Hello, I have been diagnosed as "chronically depressed" a long time ago and here my 2 cents. Your friend needs to address the medication issue with her psychiatrist; there are many antidepressants on the market and switching meds or even dosage of the same med can bring a change. I have seen that in my own case. Medication and psychotherapy work together, but I don't believe they cancel each other. Besides meds, she might want to look into therapy, and it is critical to find the right therapy / therapist for concrete results. It's long term with therapy; meds (may) have immediate results (if administered right) but don't address the cause of the depression. Nutrition has an impact too and everything else that others mentioned in this thread. Fighting depression is an uphill battle! One day at a time! HTH

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Latest post on 14 November 2016 - 16:44

Hi My really good friend is suffering with severe depression. It feels like I'm watching her lose herself in front of my eyes and it's heartbreaking. She hides it so well from other people that I don't think anyone else would even guess and it's not my place to tell them when they say how happy and a what a joy she is to be around. He rDoctor put her on antidepressants about 18months ago but she says they seem to have stopped working. I've suggested she go to see a counsellor. Can anyone recommend a good one please. Hi I know a very efficient psychologist, she works for "Life psychological counseling centre", Dr Olga They are at JLT Antidepressants alone dont help and have many side effects as well Hi Belissima, How long did you go to Dr Olga? I am looking for a psychologist myself :) Thank you!

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Latest post on 18 August 2016 - 11:23

Hi, Happy day to you. Let your friend follow these and I am pretty sure she will have a complete way to happiness and inner strengths. Let her spend some time paying attention to herself. Sit, be still, breathe,and notice your thoughts, emotions and work toward a 20-minute of compassionate awareness and acceptance. Unplug from the noise, avoid any negative social interaction with grumpy naysayers, debbie downers and drama queens. Go to friends that will truly bring out the best of yourself. Turn on some bouncy music and move. Read motivational books and pray always. Dance, exercise, swim, walk. Happiness is not something we should wait for, but it is a habit we can practice. Make a daily journal of gratitude. Scrub yourself up nice, and get dressed like you're proud to be you. Go out and do some work in a coffee shop or library. Unleash your inner potentials. Eat nutritious food and supplement with CoQ-10, L-Carnitine, B-Vitamins,Folic Acid, and Antioxidants Spend time in the sun for Vitamin D. Smile and shine. God made us a great and happy person. Be great and be a blessings to others. Very good tips Clessani! I would just add to that to look into food habits and nutrition. There is a connection between an inflamed body and inflamed brain. Look into lowering inflammation and eating anti-inflammatory food (add curcuma to your food or drinks) and look up how to eat anti inflammatory and akalic food (opposite of acid food). Start your day for instance with some warm water with added curcuma, raw honey, lemon juice. Google anti-inflammatory diet for depression. There is a good book on this but I forgot the title! Will let you know once I remember again.

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Latest post on 15 August 2016 - 16:41

Hi My really good friend is suffering with severe depression. It feels like I'm watching her lose herself in front of my eyes and it's heartbreaking. She hides it so well from other people that I don't think anyone else would even guess and it's not my place to tell them when they say how happy and a what a joy she is to be around. He rDoctor put her on antidepressants about 18months ago but she says they seem to have stopped working. I've suggested she go to see a counsellor. Can anyone recommend a good one please. Hi I know a very efficient psychologist, she works for "Life psychological counseling centre", Dr Olga They are at JLT Antidepressants alone dont help and have many side effects as well

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Latest post on 15 August 2016 - 14:59

Hi, Happy day to you. Let your friend follow these and I am pretty sure she will have a complete way to happiness and inner strengths. Let her spend some time paying attention to herself. Sit, be still, breathe,and notice your thoughts, emotions and work toward a 20-minute of compassionate awareness and acceptance. Unplug from the noise, avoid any negative social interaction with grumpy naysayers, debbie downers and drama queens. Go to friends that will truly bring out the best of yourself. Turn on some bouncy music and move. Read motivational books and pray always. Dance, exercise, swim, walk. Happiness is not something we should wait for, but it is a habit we can practice. Make a daily journal of gratitude. Scrub yourself up nice, and get dressed like you're proud to be you. Go out and do some work in a coffee shop or library. Unleash your inner potentials. Eat nutritious food and supplement with CoQ-10, L-Carnitine, B-Vitamins,Folic Acid, and Antioxidants Spend time in the sun for Vitamin D. Smile and shine. God made us a great and happy person. Be great and be a blessings to others.

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Latest post on 14 August 2016 - 18:34

Hi monkeyface. I am so very sorry to hear about your friend. I'm not sure if this group will help, but worth a try. Really wish you lots of luck, you're a kind friend caring so much. xxx http://www.hricdubai.com/en http://gulfnews.com/your-say/your-reports/dubai-support-group-for-people-with-depression-1.1291307

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