Low Self-Esteem and Depression
December 30, 2021 2022-03-29 21:43Low Self-Esteem and Depression
Low Self-Esteem and Depression
(Psychiatrist)
Low Self-Esteem and Depression
Chapter 1:What Causes Depression and Low Self-Esteem
Not surprisingly, many of the contributors or triggers for low self-esteem can also trigger depression. For instance, an unhappy childhood where parents or teachers were extremely critical can cause low self-esteem. We know from research that unhealthy relationships during childhood a risk factor for later-life depression.
Even in adulthood, ongoing stressful relationships, domestic abuse, financial trouble, all of these ongoing stresses can all cause loss of self-esteem. The same factors can also lead to depression.
Chapter 2:So What Comes First? Low Self-Esteem or Depression
Depression is a mental disorder. They are defined as discrete episodes of sadness, poor sleep, low energy and other characteristic symptoms. Low confidence can be a symptom or sign of depression.
For example, John, who was bullied in school, develops a serious heart condition as an adult. He is highly stressed, and his self-esteem or confidence drops. Soon after his heart condition diagnosis, he develops an episode of depression. Fortunately for John, he soon sees a good doctor and is started on treatment for his depression. After a couple of weeks, John depression ends, however, his low self-esteem still remains, however, it is not as bad.As you can see from this example, there is an overlap between depression and low self-esteem. You can have both depression and low self-esteem at the same time, or you can have one or the other.
Chapter 3:Telling a Part Low Self-Esteem and Depression
How to overcome low self-esteem and depression, in part, depends on telling them apart. Low self-esteem is about confidence, how you view yourself or your opinion of yourself. Low self-esteem can be one of the many symptoms or signs of depression. Depression is a broader concept. There are different features or symptoms of depression, such as low mood, no appetite, changes to sleep patterns and of course, low self-esteem.
If you are unsure whether you have low confidence or depression, it is probably a good idea to speak to a mental health professional. Why? Because both depression and low self-esteem can cause significant distress and hurt when left untreated.
