Blog entries categorized under Depression https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/categories/depression 2025-12-11T10:52:11+00:00 2025-10-22T09:27:04+01:00 2025-10-22T09:27:04+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/lifestyle-tips-for-managing-depression Clinical Partners

<p>When experiencing depression, daily routines can easily become disrupted, which can make symptoms harder to manage. In this video, Dr Andrea Pickering shares practical lifestyle strategies that can support recovery, starting with setting consistent routines around sleep and meals. Going to bed and waking up at regular times, as well as eating three...</p>

<p>When experiencing depression, daily routines can easily become disrupted, which can make symptoms harder to manage. In this video, Dr Andrea Pickering shares practical lifestyle strategies that can support recovery, starting with setting consistent routines around sleep and meals. Going to bed and waking up at regular times, as well as eating three...</p> 2025-06-27T09:54:37+01:00 2025-06-27T09:54:37+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/what-is-postnatal-depression Clinical Partners

<p>Postnatal depression is a type of depression that affects parents after having a baby. It can begin any time during the first year of having a baby. While it&rsquo;s common to feel low or overwhelmed in the early days of parenthood, postnatal depression is more serious and long-lasting. It can impact day-to-day life, relationships, and bonding with...</p>

<p>Postnatal depression is a type of depression that affects parents after having a baby. It can begin any time during the first year of having a baby. While it&rsquo;s common to feel low or overwhelmed in the early days of parenthood, postnatal depression is more serious and long-lasting. It can impact day-to-day life, relationships, and bonding with...</p> 2025-06-13T09:08:48+01:00 2025-06-13T09:08:48+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/mental-health/what-is-cbt-and-what-does-it-stand-for Clinical Partners

<p>Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy. This therapy aims to help manage problems by changing thought and behavioural patterns. CBT is generally used to treat anxiety and depression. It can also be used to help with a range of mental health conditions, behavioural issues, and difficult emotional periods you may be experien...</p>

<p>Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy. This therapy aims to help manage problems by changing thought and behavioural patterns. CBT is generally used to treat anxiety and depression. It can also be used to help with a range of mental health conditions, behavioural issues, and difficult emotional periods you may be experien...</p> 2025-06-04T09:12:23+01:00 2025-06-04T09:12:23+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/when-are-antidepressants-prescribed Clinical Partners

<p>Treatment for depression may vary from person to person depending on their unique needs, but usually includes several aspects such as lifestyle changes, psychological support, and medication. Deciding whether or not to take medication is a personal choice and should be a collaboration between the individual and professional treating them. In this v...</p>

<p>Treatment for depression may vary from person to person depending on their unique needs, but usually includes several aspects such as lifestyle changes, psychological support, and medication. Deciding whether or not to take medication is a personal choice and should be a collaboration between the individual and professional treating them. In this v...</p> 2025-05-16T09:39:19+01:00 2025-05-16T09:39:19+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/what-is-depression Clinical Partners

<p>Depression, or depressive disorder, is a persistent period of low mood and loss of interest in things. It is a serious mental health condition that can be accompanied by both psychological and physical experiences. Depression can affect your mood, social life, and work life. It can be caused by a range of factors, including life-changing events. Th...</p>

<p>Depression, or depressive disorder, is a persistent period of low mood and loss of interest in things. It is a serious mental health condition that can be accompanied by both psychological and physical experiences. Depression can affect your mood, social life, and work life. It can be caused by a range of factors, including life-changing events. Th...</p> 2025-04-23T09:14:33+01:00 2025-04-23T09:14:33+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/simple-daily-practices-that-can-help-to-ease-depression Clinical Partners

<p>When it comes to treating depression, there are three approaches that are often used in combination. Thes include lifestyle adjustments, psychological support like talking therapy, and medication such as antidepressants. Adjusting your daily routine to build in healthy habits that incorporate getting sunlight where possible, getting enough sleep, e...</p>

<p>When it comes to treating depression, there are three approaches that are often used in combination. Thes include lifestyle adjustments, psychological support like talking therapy, and medication such as antidepressants. Adjusting your daily routine to build in healthy habits that incorporate getting sunlight where possible, getting enough sleep, e...</p> 2025-04-04T09:33:12+01:00 2025-04-04T09:33:12+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/mental-health/what-is-talking-therapy Clinical Partners

<p>Talking therapy is a treatment option that helps people manage mental health conditions, emotional distress, and personal challenges. Also known as psychotherapy or counselling, it involves speaking with a trained therapist to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a supportive environment. Talking therapy can help with a range of issues, fr...</p>

<p>Talking therapy is a treatment option that helps people manage mental health conditions, emotional distress, and personal challenges. Also known as psychotherapy or counselling, it involves speaking with a trained therapist to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a supportive environment. Talking therapy can help with a range of issues, fr...</p> 2025-03-26T12:20:52+00:00 2025-03-26T12:20:52+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/which-type-of-therapy-helps-with-depression Clinical Partners

<p>Treatment approaches to depression may vary depending on the unique needs of the individual, but could include a combination of lifestyle changes, psychological support, and medication. In this video, Psychiatrist Dr Angus McLellan discusses how talking therapy can help and the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in treating depres...</p>

<p>Treatment approaches to depression may vary depending on the unique needs of the individual, but could include a combination of lifestyle changes, psychological support, and medication. In this video, Psychiatrist Dr Angus McLellan discusses how talking therapy can help and the effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in treating depres...</p> 2025-02-14T10:37:04+00:00 2025-02-14T10:37:04+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/am-i-depressed-6-signs-you-should-know-about Clinical Partners

<p>Everyone feels low from time to time, so it&rsquo;s not always easy to know when these feelings are part of daily life and when it&rsquo;s time to seek help. In most cases, low mood is short-term and goes away on its own. If you find yourself asking, &ldquo;How do I know if I have depression?&rdquo; it&rsquo;s important to know the signs that you m...</p>

<p>Everyone feels low from time to time, so it&rsquo;s not always easy to know when these feelings are part of daily life and when it&rsquo;s time to seek help. In most cases, low mood is short-term and goes away on its own. If you find yourself asking, &ldquo;How do I know if I have depression?&rdquo; it&rsquo;s important to know the signs that you m...</p> 2023-02-02T08:06:48+00:00 2023-02-02T08:06:48+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/what-is-systemic-therapy-and-how-can-it-help Clinical Partners

<p>Systemic therapy is a unique approach that focuses on the individual in the context of their relationships with others. It recognises that an individual is not isolated but is part of a larger unit or system, such as a family, couple, organisation, or community. The goal of systemic therapy is to identify the deep-rooted patterns within a person's ...</p>

<p>Systemic therapy is a unique approach that focuses on the individual in the context of their relationships with others. It recognises that an individual is not isolated but is part of a larger unit or system, such as a family, couple, organisation, or community. The goal of systemic therapy is to identify the deep-rooted patterns within a person's ...</p> 2023-01-30T10:05:21+00:00 2023-01-30T10:05:21+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/am-i-depressed Clinical Partners

<p>Depression is a common and treatable mood disorder that affects individuals of all ages, races, and genders. It's important to understand that depression differs from normal feelings of sadness, and seeking support from a qualified professional is the most effective first step to regaining control. Sadness Comes and goes Often lasts only a few hour...</p>

<p>Depression is a common and treatable mood disorder that affects individuals of all ages, races, and genders. It's important to understand that depression differs from normal feelings of sadness, and seeking support from a qualified professional is the most effective first step to regaining control. Sadness Comes and goes Often lasts only a few hour...</p> 2023-01-30T06:35:09+00:00 2023-01-30T06:35:09+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/anxiety/what-is-transactional-analysis Clinical Partners

<p>Transactional Analysis, or TA for short, is a powerful tool for understanding and improving human relationships. It was developed by Dr Eric Berne in the 1950s and 60s and explores how people communicate and interact with one another. At its core, transaction analysis is based on the idea that all human interactions can be understood as transaction...</p>

<p>Transactional Analysis, or TA for short, is a powerful tool for understanding and improving human relationships. It was developed by Dr Eric Berne in the 1950s and 60s and explores how people communicate and interact with one another. At its core, transaction analysis is based on the idea that all human interactions can be understood as transaction...</p> 2023-01-28T12:26:42+00:00 2023-01-28T12:26:42+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/what-is-rebt-and-how-can-it-help Clinical Partners

<p>Rational-Emotive-Behavioural Therapy (REBT) is a highly effective form of talking therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to emotional and psychological distress. It was developed by Dr Albert Ellis in the 1950s and is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are ...</p>

<p>Rational-Emotive-Behavioural Therapy (REBT) is a highly effective form of talking therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to emotional and psychological distress. It was developed by Dr Albert Ellis in the 1950s and is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are ...</p> 2023-01-24T11:46:03+00:00 2023-01-24T11:46:03+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/do-i-need-counselling-or-psychotherapy Clinical Partners

<p>Counselling and psychotherapy are types of mental health treatment that can significantly benefit people experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological issues. However, for many people, deciding which option is right for them is difficult. First, it's helpful to understand the difference between counselling and psychotherapy. Counselling ...</p>

<p>Counselling and psychotherapy are types of mental health treatment that can significantly benefit people experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological issues. However, for many people, deciding which option is right for them is difficult. First, it's helpful to understand the difference between counselling and psychotherapy. Counselling ...</p> 2022-03-17T17:38:36+00:00 2022-03-17T17:38:36+00:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/emdr-therapy-4-things-you-should-know Clinical Partners

<p>EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a relatively new therapy &ndash; but therapy standards. It was developed in the 1980s by a Psychologist who wanted to understand how and if we could reprogramme our brains to help us deal with the effects of trauma. Your brain will change after a trauma Research has shown that a trauma...</p>

<p>EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a relatively new therapy &ndash; but therapy standards. It was developed in the 1980s by a Psychologist who wanted to understand how and if we could reprogramme our brains to help us deal with the effects of trauma. Your brain will change after a trauma Research has shown that a trauma...</p> 2021-10-26T14:11:14+01:00 2021-10-26T14:11:14+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/what-is-social-comparison-theory-and-how-does-it-affect-our-everyday-thinking Clinical Partners

<p>Developed by social psychologist Leon Festinger in 1954, Social Comparison Theory is the idea that there is a drive within each of us to gain accurate self-evaluation. We do this by assessing how we stack up against others, in areas such as attractiveness, wealth, intelligence and success. In the 60-plus years since its conception, the things that ...</p>

<p>Developed by social psychologist Leon Festinger in 1954, Social Comparison Theory is the idea that there is a drive within each of us to gain accurate self-evaluation. We do this by assessing how we stack up against others, in areas such as attractiveness, wealth, intelligence and success. In the 60-plus years since its conception, the things that ...</p> 2021-09-20T12:55:05+01:00 2021-09-20T12:55:05+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/students-when-to-seek-help-with-a-mental-health-problem Clinical Partners

<p>Although very exciting times - University life can create many challenges for students: leaving home for the first time, meeting and making new friends, managing on a tight budget and coping with a whole new life. Often students who have been coping with a problem at home find the new stress and responsibilities hard to manage and may need extra su...</p>

<p>Although very exciting times - University life can create many challenges for students: leaving home for the first time, meeting and making new friends, managing on a tight budget and coping with a whole new life. Often students who have been coping with a problem at home find the new stress and responsibilities hard to manage and may need extra su...</p> 2021-07-05T15:57:16+01:00 2021-07-05T15:57:16+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/5-simple-steps-to-better-sleep Clinical Partners

<p>&nbsp; Sleep difficulties might not, at first glance, seem like a mental health problem, but poor sleep can have a significant impact on your mood, memory and mental agility. Sleep disturbances are also very common for people with mental health conditions - complaints such as insomnia or nightmares have even been incorporated in some anxiety disord...</p>

<p>&nbsp; Sleep difficulties might not, at first glance, seem like a mental health problem, but poor sleep can have a significant impact on your mood, memory and mental agility. Sleep disturbances are also very common for people with mental health conditions - complaints such as insomnia or nightmares have even been incorporated in some anxiety disord...</p> 2021-05-10T11:44:04+01:00 2021-05-10T11:44:04+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/perinatal-depression-symptoms-treatment-and-self-care-tips Clinical Partners

<p>Up to two in ten women suffer some type of mental health difficulty in the perinatal period. And with reports showing a decline in maternal mental health since the start of the pandemic, the topic is coming into sharper focus than ever. Postnatal depression, the type of depression many parents experience after having a baby, is more commonly discus...</p>

<p>Up to two in ten women suffer some type of mental health difficulty in the perinatal period. And with reports showing a decline in maternal mental health since the start of the pandemic, the topic is coming into sharper focus than ever. Postnatal depression, the type of depression many parents experience after having a baby, is more commonly discus...</p> 2021-05-07T13:21:34+01:00 2021-05-07T13:21:34+01:00 https://www.clinical-partners.co.uk/insights-and-news/depression/support-for-parents-with-perinatal-mental-health-issues Clinical Partners

<p>The NHS recently announced it would be opening a new service for new, expectant or bereaved mothers around England. The 26 new hubs will bring maternity services, reproductive health and psychological therapy together as one service to provide maternal mental health support for 6,000 mothers a year. Up to two in ten women are thought to experience ...</p>

<p>The NHS recently announced it would be opening a new service for new, expectant or bereaved mothers around England. The 26 new hubs will bring maternity services, reproductive health and psychological therapy together as one service to provide maternal mental health support for 6,000 mothers a year. Up to two in ten women are thought to experience ...</p>