Web Broadcast: Dealing with Depression

For years, depression and mental illness have been taboo topics, with many of us afraid to acknowledge or admit we don't feel quite right. In 2012 thanks to education and campaigning, mental illness is a recognised medical condition, but has that changed the way we view mental health?

Unfortunately, despite the fact that one in four of the UK population will suffer from some form of mental illness throughout their lifetime, many of us find it not only difficult to talk about, but also difficult to admit to. That can be especially the case for those of us, who have been brought up not to cause a fuss and to just get on with things even if they don't feel happy.

Depression can range from mild; with sufferers feeling blue from time to time, to severe; when those in the grips of serious depression can have thoughts of suicide, which sadly for some, they act on.

Being able to talk about our feelings and worries is a key factor in stopping mild depression from progressing into something more serious, so it's vital if you are feeling low to get help, whether that's from a caring friend or a medical professional, but sometimes it can be hard to spot.

To help you recognise the signs of depression in both yourself and others, benenden health have joined with former mental health nurse and current Committee of Management member Frank Whitehouse, Dr Rob Hicks, Linsay Denton, Clinical Lead from Turning Point's Wakefield service, and Neil Sellers to bring you a live and interactive web TV show where they hope to demystify the condition and give you advice on what support is available.

Видео Web Broadcast: Dealing with Depression канала Benenden Health