Feeling depressed? Reach out to a hotline in Vietnam for free, confidential support
Depression can change the way you think, feel and behave. It can look different in different people, but depression is typically characterized by a persistent low mood. You might feel sad, unmotivated and even hopeless.
If you're in Vietnam and experiencing these symptoms, there are 3 helplines ready to help:
You could feel slower in your movement, speech, and reactions than usual
Things that used to bring you joy mean nothing to you now
You feel worthless and deserving of disgust
You could be sleeping excessively
Sometimes, you feel dead inside
You feel down in the dumps
You don’t care for your hobbies or work
You became irritable for no reason
Even though depression symptoms may feel overwhelming, they are not uncommon. It is normal to find yourself depressed at some point. With the right help, you can deal with feelings of sadness and hopelessness.
Talking about how you feel when you're depressed is hard. You may not want to burden other people with your problems. But it's important to recognize that this is your depression talking. There are helpline counselors and volunteers in Vietnam that want to listen and offer you the loving support you need.
If you're in Vietnam and struggling with feelings of depression, sadness or hopelessness – or just feel alone in what you're going through – consider contacting a helpline for free, confidential help today.