Therapy for Depression in Malvern

One common factor in depression is self-criticism or self-attacking thoughts. People may develop hopeless beliefs about their abilities or self-worth, leading to feelings of sadness, low energy, and, in some cases, suicidal thoughts. Renowned psychoanalyst Karen Horney once described depression as “anger turned inward.” This means that instead of expressing anger in a healthy and assertive way, individuals might internalize it as self-blame or harsh self-criticism.

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For example, imagine someone makes a rude comment about you at a party. Instead of feeling justifiably annoyed at their behavior, you might think, “I’m such an idiot for saying that.” Over time, if this pattern becomes habitual, it can erode your self-worth and contribute to depression.

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​Another contributor to depression is emotional disconnection. If you distance yourself from your feelings and others, relationships can lose their closeness, leaving life feeling empty and colorless. Similarly, black-and-white thinking—such as believing one bad experience with someone means all relationships are hopeless—can make life feel futile.