๐ป Age Regressors and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) ๐ป
Disclaimer: do not self-diagnose yourself. If you feel like you may be experiencing some of the symptoms listed below, seek professional help.
๐ปAn age regressor with Major Depressive Disorder may deal with:
sadness along with hopelessness and emptiness
feelings of worthlessness or guilt
sleeping too much or too little
eating too much or too little
fatigue or lack of energy
trouble concentrating, focusing or thinking
๐ปHow to help yourself as an age regressor with MDD
take time to be regressed, whether it be just watching a kidโs tv show or using little gear and going into full regression
perform acts of self-care, and be aware at that moment that whatever youโre doing is for your benefit
give your stuffie or blanket a big old hug when you feel down
use a chore chart to make sure you are taking care of yourself (and donโt forget to reward yourself if you complete it!)
remind yourself that youโre strong because it takes a warrior to get through their day to day life with a mental illness
donโt be afraid to ask for help (I know it can be scary or you donโt want to seem weak or like a burden, but trust me, many people are more than happy to give you a shoulder to cry on)
speak to your doctor if youโre struggling with day to day tasks or are having suicidal thoughts
๐ปHow to help an age regressor with MDD
ask them how they are doing, and donโt take fine or okay as an answer
help them keep track of their medications and ADLs (activities of daily living)
reinforce the fact that you are there if they ever need someone to talk to
recognize when they may need space or may need attention (donโt be afraid to ask what they want)
remember that there will be good days and there will be bad days
and finally, remember that they are human
US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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