Our culture endlessly tells us that we can do anything we want to do and be anything we want to be. With almost limitless opportunities to choose from, there’s never a reason for us to be unhappy for more than a few minutes–or so we’re told.
Of course there’s some truth here, but pushing these ideas too far can put us at risk for depression. Here are three versions of this “You are all powerful” myth that can be dangerous to our mental health:
I’m sure you will agree that there is a very strong association between emotions and music Have you ever considered music therapy as part of your therapeutic process? If not, you might be interested to know that new research has revealed that this therapy can be a useful treatment for depression. Many people who are depressed, myself included at one point in time, have a difficult time discussing their emotions, not to mention all of their other issues, during therapy. Soothing music is psychologically and physically relaxing enabling people to be more receptive to and therefore benefit more from psychotherapy. However, music therapy, at least in its initial application, can involve more than just listening to music.
Ann Wilson Schaef describes a conversation with a therapist who said that whenever he worked with a depressed client, he looked for a relationship with a substance abuser–and usually found one.
Joining Al-Anon or a similar support group can be a lifesaver if a co-worker, family member, or close friend is a substance abuser. In other cases, it may be time to withdraw some of your energy from the relationship–or even break it off completely.
I remember Sunday the night before I had to return to work, I was feeling anxiety.
I was exhausted, emotional, confused and truly very weak. I only had to be in early afternoon so I got up early Monday morning and headed to my clinic. I told the doctor my symptoms and he said you sound depressed. I was shocked. “Depressed?” I asked, why do you suggest that. He said after I asked you some simple questions and I know what signs to look for. I am going to recommend you take a week off and see your family doctor.
I already was on paxil for panic attacks, but the doctor told me to start taking 1/2 a pill more until I see my family doctor to decide what to do next. I couldn’t believe this. I was thinking maybe a vitamin B shot or maybe some iron pills or even another day off, there was no way I thought I was depressed. Other than feeling exhausted and a little anxious about going back to work, I was fine, so I thought.
Helps heal emotions – The entire purpose of this therapy is to free up repressed or inarticulated emotions by using music as a trigger in order to “mend” your feelings.
Music therapy is enjoyable – For most people, music therapy is extremely enjoyable since music does lift the spirit and the therapy itself is not perceived to be threatening.
Cost efficient – Music therapy can be done from home making it very cost effective for you. Typically, between sessions, your therapist will assign certain pieces of music for you to listen to or interact with at no additional cost.
Serves as a positive coping skill – Once treatment is finished you will easily be able to use the same techniques you used in your sessions to cope with future depressive episodes.
Keep in mind that music therapy is an addition to and not a substitute for psychotherapy and any medication that you may be taking for your depression. Finally, if your psychological issues stem primarily from maladaptive cognitions or behavior, music therapy, in all probability, will not be as beneficial for you.
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