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    I used to use adult colouring books?

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    That's a great thing to do..
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    For me I tend to remove myself from any stressors and when possible retreat to a “safe space”, which at home is my bedroom. Mindfulness is always helpful, and just focusing on your breath.

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    Hi Pixie I find colouring books are helpful as are doing jigsaws and listening to music.
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    Quick question

    When you went to see your GP for the first time, did you have to go in to the reasons you thought you had depression/PTSD?
    Without going into the details too much, I had a couple of episodes last night which resulted in lots of tears and generally feeling rubbish.

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    You don't have to, but you really do sound like you need to see someone. You can be vague with them if you need to be.
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    You just need to explain your symptoms and let the doctor do the diagnosing.

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    You can be as vague as you like but it might be harder to get a proper assessment and diagnosis and therefore appropriate treatment.
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    I just don't want to bring everything up. Like, maybe I could start with antidepressants first to help my mood then refer to IAPT for counselling when I feel ready? Is that something they'd let me do

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    It's your body, your health, you get to decide what you do and when....
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