How to recover from depression

Leading depression expert and clinical psychologist Dr Michael Yapko draws on research and shares his insights from 40 years of working with those suffering this common mental health issue. Learn the simple skills that research shows can help you or a loved one to recover - and even prevent depression occurring - in this heartwarming and uplifting speech for the Australian Psychological Society.

[mascara]

Talk therapy for decades won't do nearly as much as finding community, volunteering, having some kind of purpose in your life. I did this and it saved my life.

[silvianajones]

it's hard to get out of depression when you have no friends but depression makes it soo hard to make friends

[icecreampaintjob]

Still, to this day, I return to this talk over and over again. This is one of the best talks on depression I have ever seen.

[TC-lnrr]

Hands down the best video I watched when going through a severe bout of depression last year. To anyone currently struggling, please hold on and make small steps - one. day. at. a. time. Sending you love and a hug x

[SymphonySays]

I've suffered from severe, chronic depression since I was a child. One of the most important tools I learned over the last 25 yrs, he mentions here. And that is: to NOT trust myself when I'm severely depressed. I will literally turn away from the worst thoughts in my head and say "You're not thinking right. Do not listen to that person, she's very sick and confused." I know this tactic has saved my life more than once. Just vouching that that advice, in particular, is so important. 👍

[IMOMENTOI]

I'm scared that one day, when I get old, I'll see myself in the mirror thinking about everything I missed in life because of depression and anxiety.

[elizabethwilliams]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[emilybeecher]

I’ve had major depressive disorder, PTSD, and borderline personality disorder for 6 years and the most effective treatment I ever received was cognitive behavioral therapy. My favorite therapist worked with me on cognitive behavioral therapy and radical acceptance of the current situation I’m in and I’m 100% sure that it saved my life. The ability to stop and look at things rationally and logically when you’re in the middle of an emotional crisis is incomparable, I’ve been off meds for 3 years and while I definitely still struggle, these strategies have stuck with me and keep me going. I also recommend getting a pet if you feel like you can handle it and are ready for them long-term, you’re never lonely and always have to get out of bed to care for them whether you want to or not. Love and best luck to everyone on their journey ❤️

[fartzerelli]

Broken is a very accurate word for a severely depressed person. You feel absolutely destroyed and unable to do anything, no matter how small or trivial it is.

[Bradkinn_music]

Going from depression to living AND enjoying life was a long hard journey, prayers for those going through hard times.

[SusanaGomez-mpsk]

Actually suffered severe depression which led to my addiction to alcohol for over 7 years after I lost my husband. Not until my son recommended me to psilocybin. Psilocybin mushrooms treatment saved me from depression and addiction. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[oginza]

24:04 Risk Factors
25:01 Internal Orientation
30:31 Stress Generation
35:03 Rumination
40:16 Global Thinking
46:20 Unrealistic Expectations
55:22 Other Tips

[hellkat]

"I am not gonna be happy until my parents start treating me better when i was a child". Perfect

[Chess-kslk]

20 years living depressed, ruined life, shattered dreams, traumatic experiences and yet still alive.

[roblefort]

This is probably one of the best lectures on depression I have seen, by one of the world's most prominent expert on the topic.

[jimwoodman]

I have been depressed for a long time, but after taking shrooms few months ago, l feel much happier and highly motivated and my ADHD gone, lost a ton of anxiousness and had a few epiphanies about how I should live my life. I decided to buy an ounce for backup, but haven’t yet felt the need to take any more since then.

[marcosilva]

This is so helpful. I'm suffering from depression for years and it got to a point where I am not functional. I can't pay for a therapist right now but I'm gathering information during the days I have clarity and little by little I am trying my best. I hope that everyone suffering from depression can heal and starts loving life again ❤

[joeryan]

One thing I am beginning to understand lately is I have to manage depression when I am NOT depressed and keep the routine and good habits up. When I fall down the rabbit hole of depression no logic or reading anything will help just have to wait for it to pass .

[charlottescure]

This is the best talk on depression I’ve ever heard. It’s life-changing. Thank you, Dr. Yapko.

[crystalbee]

As a person suffering from depression for a long time I must say too that as much as depressed people may impact negatively on others around them, there are those depressed people that are being negatively affected by toxic environmental factors like toxic work environments as well. Removing or managing toxic environments that really do exist outside of your moods or emotions is also very important.