Assessment data gathered from a social history, a mental health exam, and clinical interview revealed diagnosis for Military Battery and Sexual Trauma Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); severe depression; and low self-esteem. ... Construct a foundation of self-confidence and act fearlessly in the face of discouragement, doubt and criticism to improve self-esteem. ... Attend week-long seminar to build optimal trust, self-worth, and wisdom to boost self-esteem. ... Self-esteem building Justification The beginning of treatment, veteran participated in the extracurricular sport of volle...

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The client described herself as being 'lazy and procrastinating, with a lack of sex drive and low self-esteem'. ... However, she confided that she wants to have sex with her husband for the physical connection and believes that this will improve her self-esteem. ... The depression and low self-esteem appear to be fuelled by the lack of intimacy and physical contact in the marriage. ... Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on cognitive distortions about life and is useful for clients suffering from depression and a low self-esteem. ... CBT would allow the client to learn new strategi...

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Females face more discrimination than males along with these negative body/self images. ... Self-reports were given to three females and three males who ranged from age twelve to age fifteen. ... They were asked a series of questions on their family life as well as self-image. ... When asked about self-esteem and self-image there were complete opposites. All three males said to have high self-esteem and high self-image, while all three girls had low self-esteem and self-image. ...

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For some the disease can be traced to low self esteem; for others to excessive drain on their physical health and energy for chronic illnesses; for others to abnormally high levels of stress related life experiences; for other realization that life is passing them by and their goals will never be reached. ... A manic episode goes on for at least a weeks, during which a person in unusually euphoric, cheerful, and high and has at least three of the following symptoms: has great self-esteem, has little need for sleep, speaks rapidly and frequently, has racing thoughts, and is easily distracted...

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Naturally I recognize that this is not normal, however, instead of communicating with those around me how I was feeling, I proceeded to go to the internet to self-diagnosis. ... This self-diagnosis confused me due to the fact that I always thought that depression was not real, in the sense that it was something made up by a person to stop them from being productive, and this confusion leads to my eagerness in what is depression? ... " (7) Depression brings nothing but self -loathing, hopelessness, and helplessness to you in every aspect of life making you unable to find joy in anything, n...

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Scientific research points to divorce and the break down of the nuclear family as the major culprits that leave young children with emotional scars, low self-esteem and uncertain parental support (Joan 20-23). ... Depression is described as exhibiting sadness, self harmful ideas, low-self esteem, withdrawal, lack of social and peer relations and other signs and symptoms (Reid, Patterson, Snyder 173-178). ... Many suicidal youths experience family troubles which lead them to doubt their self worth and make them seem unwanted, misunderstood, and unloved. ... This often leads to continued se...

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Therapeutic settings can be very effective in dealing with the symptoms of depression such as helplessness, hopelessness, negative thinking, irrational ideas, self-criticism and shame. ... During this time the individual with manic depression is often cheerful and has great self-esteem. ... Another cause could be people who have low self-esteem, who consistently view themselves and the world as viewing the bad side instead of the good or who are readily overwhelmed by stress, are more likely to get depression. ...

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Low self esteem, and pessimism about the future may play an significant role, as well as a combination of feelings of anger and helplessness are usual found at the root of depressive episodes. ... This is characterized by hostility and a lack of affection (1002, Gotlib & Hammen) In conclusion, Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by symptoms and signs over a sustained period of depressed mood or any loss of interest in activities, disturbances with sleep, low energy, changes in appetite, weight loss or weight gain, difficulty concentrating, and very low self-esteem. ...

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Depaulo and Horvitz suggest depression is characterized by 1) symptoms that involve changes in mood, vitality (physical and mental liveliness), and self regard (self-esteem and self-confidence); 2) that it runs an episodic course, and 3) that it tends to run in families (12). ... Diagnosis of mental illness and depression will allow for treatment and eliminate low feelings, low self-esteem, and drained feelings. ...

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Mike Emme, a seventeen year old drove a bright yellow "67 Ford Mustang. Mike worked really hard to restore his car. Mike being a gifted student was happy, helpful, and had a bright future. Mike being a kind man, he ordered a brand new transmission for his mustang, but he canceled it and bought two u...

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The neurotransmitter imbalance inhibits brain cells from communicating with each other, leading to confusion and low self-esteem (Causes of Depression). If the feelings of confusion and low self-esteem persist over time, people become "readily overwhelmed by stress and are more prone to depression" (Franklin). These people who are more prone to depression usually become depressed if action is not taken against the feelings of low self-worth. ... Outside factors play a huge role in determining a person's self worth, and one of these factors is materialism. ... Due to this self need, D...

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Legally, suicide has been defined as, "the act of malicious self-murder, felo de se."" ... Edwin Shneidman, a central figure in the field of Suicidology, gave a very detailed definition: "currently in the Western world, suicide is a conscious act of self-induced annihilation, best understood as a multidimensional malaise in the needful individual who defines an issue for which the suicide is perceived as the best solution."" ... FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO SUICIDAL BEHAVIOUR Freud believed that suicide indicated unconscious hostility directed inward to the self, rather than outward to the perso...

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From bullying, the loss of a loved one to even a traumatizing event, depression and suicide go hand in hand sharing common symptoms like low self-esteem, extreme feelings of sadness and the desire to not keep on living. ... Because it is mainly psychological, diagnosis with simple tests is very difficult and although many physicians did not believe in self-diagnosis research proved otherwise. ... When posted in PubMed Central, the study reported that: "Thirty-five third year internal medicine residents completed a self-administered, written instrument containing 2 open-ended questions and...

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A manic episode is, "a period of excessive euphoria, inflated self-esteem, wild optimism and hyperactivity, often accompanied by delusions of grandeur and hostility if activity is blocked "(Dinsmoor, R. ... Depressed bipolar patients show low self-esteem and prolonged feelings of sadness. ...

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Worst of all is the disintegration of your self-confidence. ... For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self-esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation and even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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Self-Harm is a huge problem in our society. ... Self-Harm happens in many different ways. ... Now you may be asking what the actual purpose for self-harming is. ... They tend to have very low self-esteem and problems in relationships. ... One of the best known therapies for self-injury is Dialectal Behavioral Therapy. ...

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This period must be characterized by at least three defined symptoms, including decreased need for sleep, pressured speech, racing thoughts, grandiosity or inflated sense of self-worth, and excessive involvement in dangerous activities. ... Self-Injury - Hurting oneself on purpose G. Grandiosity - A sense of inflated self-esteem H. ...

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For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation, or even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation, or even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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Sigmund Freud believed that a person's oblivious anger over a loss weakened the "ego," " which resulted in self-hate and self-injurious behavior. ... Having a good home life and a high self-esteem would be primary for people not to be depressed. ...

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There is multiple treatments for depression but the most common treatments are; medications, therapy, and self-care. ... Types of Treatment Although professional help is probably the most effective and safest way to treat depression, there are natural self-care strategies that can help cope with depression. ... Regular exercise helps with self-esteem, which is a factor in most biological factors. ... Seeking professional help is a great way for treating depression, while self-care may work for some it may not be enough for others. ... Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), will focus on negative,...

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Depression, also referred to as mood disorder, loosely defined is a state of illness where a person experiences deep sadness and hopelessness, which can be associated with fatigue and low self-worth in nearly all their daily activities (Bourne and Russo, 24). ... Freud believed that a person's unconscious anger over loss results in self-hate and self-destructive behavior" (Encarta, 1998). ...

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Depression can be triggered by a number of things such as loneliness, a tragedy in one's life, stress and low self esteems, but why are some young adults able to cope with these things and move on with their lives, while others are not and fall into depression? It is normal for young adults or anyone to appear to be and feel depressed for days, weeks and sometimes months about a tragic event in one's life, disappointment in one's self or others or mental stress. ... Obviously, the balance of recovery is not a simple process and young adults in recovery need to understand that ...

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Women and Depression: Disproportionate Suffering Women have a number of issues they have to deal with each year: family, career, caring for elderly parents, menstruation, pregnancy and menopause, to name a few. However, there is one more problem that millions of women face each year: depression....

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Adolescents today are faced with stresses that were unknown to previous generations and are dealing with them in an often self-destructive way. ... A university study showed a close link between depression and negative body image and girls are usually more self-conscious about their bodies than boys. ... Sexual activity is often used as an attempt to deal with feelings of depression, to increase self-esteem by feeling wanted and to achieve intimacy. ...

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