Breaking The Cycle Of Depression And Loneliness

Taken individually, the effects of depression and loneliness can be quite distressing

. When they occur at the same time however, things can quickly take a turn for the worse. While most people would be able to deal with minor cases of depression and occasional loneliness without too much difficulty, few are equipped to handle the brutal force of these two powerful emotions when they occur simultaneously. Making things even worse is the fact that depression and loneliness are often only two aspects of a full-blown emotional condition, and there may be other equally pressing issues to contend with as well.

There are many factors that can trigger a spell of depression and loneliness in a person. The loss of a loved one is a tragic occurrence for everyone, but some people can take it especially hard. When a teenager loses a parent for example, the sense of loss may be so profound and extensive that he may find it difficult to return to normal day-to-day activity. Social contact may be severely limited, which in itself can be the result of a conscious decision, or simply a lack of interest in anything that goes on in the outside world. When this happens, the line between depression-loneliness can be blurred to a considerable degree.

When adults go through a failed relationship or remain in an abusive one, depression and loneliness may vie for equal attention as well. The sudden end of a relationship can be a traumatic event, particularly if the partners have been together for many years. In a relationship that had lasted for several decades, the death of a partner may cause the other one such a severe degree of grief that there would seem to be little point in going on with life. In such a situation, the surviving partner may fall into a loneliness-depression cycle with no possibility of getting out of it. The risks at this point include physical and mental issues, thoughts of suicide, and even early death.

The first step in breaking the loneliness-depression cycle is to seek help from a qualified professional. While you may be able to get some relief from your problems by talking with a friend, a family member, or some other person you can trust, there are many advantages to seeking the aid of a professional therapist. Such professionals will have extensive experience in dealing with the intricacies and myriad facets of depression and loneliness, and they have the backing of actual scientific research. As well-meaning as your friends and family may be, they probably aren't qualified to offer any advice for depression and loneliness cases that can be life threatening. For minor cases of the "blues" or the passing loneliness that comes from a short separation, go ahead and follow the traditional advice to "get out more". For more severe cases of depression and loneliness however, it would be best to seek professional intervention.

Depression and loneliness can be dealt with in many ways, and you only have to find the one that is best suited to you.

by: Gen Wright

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