This can affect our mood, including feeling depressed. Psychological symptoms include:
A lack of interest in things we would normally do – ‘I can’t be bothered today’
Feelings of sadness or a low mood, you may find yourself feeling tearful
Feeling like you cannot enjoy things – nothing is the same
A loss of confidence
Blaming your self – if only I had...
A feeling of pessimism everything is wrong;
not being able to see a way out of your
problems Sometimes feeling like you want to
harm your self to stop all of this
General feeling of being overwhelmed
Like anxiety, depression can show in physical signs as well:
Disturbed sleep or unable to sleep
Feeling constantly tired
Sometimes people's appetite can be affected: either you don't want to eat or we comfort eat
A feeling of unwellness you cannot explain
Things you may find helpful during this time:
Things you may find helpful during this time:
Stay in touch with your PSU case officer if things change let them know especially if you are struggling to do some of the work
Talking to people you trust – we all need help sometimes good point!
Set boundaries e.g. limit the use of the internet, social media, etc
Set your self-goals of things to do. Make them small and achievable
Go out, avoid isolation irrespective of the weather, so long as its safe walk each day
Avoid isolation plan to meet up with friends, family and/or colleagues
Seek help from your GP
Some of the regulators have confidential help lines to provide counselling and support. They are confidential and separate from your case
When you are going through this process it's normal to sometimes feel stress, anxiety, and/or depression, but remember that the case will conclude, and we will work hard to get the best possible outcomes. When the clouds move on, blue sky will appear again.