Expect to be physically uncomfortable…
words-to-recovery:
- Depression is often accompanied by anxiety and anxiety has physical components
- Depression is not only a mental illness but a physical one as well
- Depression can disrupt sleep which lowers the pain thresholds
- Fatigue from depression is usually the source of physical discomfort
- Take care of your body (hot baths, massages, regular exercise)
- Learn how depression affects you physically, and prepare yourself to avoid accidents
- Stretch and do yoga at your desk
- Avoid too much caffeine or being too hungry
- Watch your posture