Keys to Relapse Prevention

In this video, author and mental health educator Douglas Bloch joins forces with fellow KZbin creator Noah Thomas as they talk about how to avoid future episodes of anxiety and depression through practicing relapse prevention.Because depression is a chronic relapsing disorder, we need to continue to practice our recovery skills even when we feel well, in order to prevent depression or addiction from sneaking up on us when we least expect it.
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[@user-lp4qk2wr4l]

Been slipping into depression the last few days and found Douglas’ podcast on Spotify. Now I’m here. I am feeling better already. Felt like I was in the garden with you both, talking like old friends. I ‘m going tto implement the 4 pillars to support my mental health. Thank you so much ❤

[@karissad7382]

Another great video. Everyone appreciates how open you both are about your experience~ it really connects us as humans. Here's to becoming a master of one's self one step at a time and to not give up ! 🌹Ps. Please tell Mrs. Bloch that her roses are beautiful and really rounded out/carried your message with the perfect back drop 🌹~~~~>💓°•○☆💕

[@DouglasBloch]

I will definitely let her know

[@missmia5468]

You both have a lot to be proud of. It takes massive strength to make it through the dark times. Resilience is made through the darkness. I don’t think you can always say you are done and this is where positive self talk and motivation help too even if you need support people to give you a push. I think consistency is the key, I think protecting your peace and being vigilant are very important. Thanks for sharing and to you Douglas thanks for being an inspiration with your videos, they have been helpful to me and I appreciate them more than you know. I agree exercise has helped me so much. I recommend this as one of the important things in the wellbeing toolkit. Exercise can just start small, like a walk around the block if you are able to. Whatever you are able or can do helps.

[@DouglasBloch]

Thank you for your Practical advice

[@jaybird6034]

Both of yours expertise compliment each other’s beautifully . Thank you gents

[@DouglasBloch]

Our pleasure!

[@amg726]

I love you two guys together. It's wonderful and magical. I wish you'd do more videos together!

[@DouglasBloch]

I will see what I can do.

[@hutchzy9219]

I've found that spending time around the wrong people is what starts bringing me back down. There negative attitude really hooks onto me. I'm left very lonely and have been for some time, I keep giving people from the past another go only to stumble again. It's proving very difficult to find people on my wavelength, with my values and interests. I'm convinced I need to up and move away from this whole area in order to find "my tribe" and feel I'm wasting precious years of my life stuck in the wrong place.

[@DouglasBloch]

Have you thought about joining A support group? There you will find like-minded people

[@Cat-bz7tm]

I suffer from depression and anxiety , and I would recommend excersise too. all though it won’t take away all anxiety , it can take a fair amount away . And that’s somthing .

[@DouglasBloch]

Yes I agree. Some relief is better than none

[@marshamiddleton5910]

I’m so grateful to both of you!

[@DouglasBloch]

We are happy to be of help

[@ibrahimaljulaibi5787]

Thank you for this video it was helpful.

[@DouglasBloch]

You're welcome!

[@nzkaka8293]

The self-management reminder is pertinent. Thanks. Without black and white thinking it is easier to be compassionate with yourself. I've taken one good step in self-management this morning by listening to you guys. Thank you.

[@DouglasBloch]

I’m glad we had to say was helpful

[@Noodles7791]

Hi Doug, I've just come across your channel and so glad I found it. It's been a massive help - thank you. Can I ask- what was the medication you were referring to when you said it felt as though it was stitching your brain back together?

[@DouglasBloch]

It is called Seroquel. It is a mood stabilizer but it is also used for anxiety and sleep

[@valeriab-6126]

Sorry Douglas, at min. 12:27 what's the name of the medication you got? Seroquons?? You took it for depression? Maybe you said Seroquel, in this case is this medication only for bipolarity as I read in internet? Thanks ❤

[@colasrtney]

Effexor put you into agothesia? I can’t tell what word you’re using.

[@mlxlmewq7733]

Is this a re-upload?

[@DouglasBloch]

Yes it is, so the information can reach more people