Being diagnosed with a mental health issue isn’t the worst thing that’s ever happened to you, not doing anything about it is. According to the American Psychiatric Association, you could be depressed if you have one or more depressive episodes. What this means is that nothing in life brings you pleasure and you lose interest in just about everything. You have decreased energy, there is a noticeable difference in your sleep, weight and\/or appetite, you begin to have feelings of worthlessness and increased suicidal thoughts. Once your mental health starts to decline, so does your physical health. In an interview with NYLON, dermatologist and psychiatrist Dr. Amy Wechsler says that mental health and physical health are inextricably linked – so when one decreases so does the other.<\/p>\n
In her interview, she says, “Depressed people often find it hard to take care of their hair, skin, and clothing, at a time when a routine is so important.\u201d There are few people with depression who feel it’s better that they invest more in their self-care routine.<\/p>\n
Here are some influencers who share some ways to tackle those depressive episodes:<\/p>\n
She tells NYLON, “I read somewhere that the full-body warmth and water pressure of a shower can actually comfort loneliness because in some way it mimics the feeling of being held. So I like to take long, hot showers and just let myself be with my body.\u201d<\/p>\n
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