DEPRESSION: A MENACE TO EDUCATION AND HOW TO MANAGE DEPRESSION.

Praise Omini
Praise Omini
2 min read
Depression: A Menace To Education And How To Manage Depression.

According to the Merriam Webster's dictionary, Education can be defined as the action or process of educating or of being educated.

 
Education as we all know, is more of a gain than a loss for an individual. It helps in the enlightenment of the mind and plays a role in building up a child, and preparing him/her for the general society. 
 
Ever heard of the term "School na scam?", that's the generation we have found ourselves in, unfortunately. A generation where Church members can't afford the fees of the School owned by the same Church they attend, where children go to school and learn the same things their forefathers have learnt, where students are forced to go into prostitution and cultism just so they can pass their exams....
 
Depression can negatively impact the ability of students to learn and enjoy their time in school.
 
When students have depression that goes unnoticed their mental health is at risk, which can lead to social and behavioral problems, poor performance and learning, neglected hygiene, poor self care practices and low self esteem.
 
There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds.
 
Laurell K. Hamilton. You never know the problems a student faces till you become one.
 

Common Causes Of Depression Among Students

 
Here, we look at the common causes of depression among students
They include: 
 
When looking for ways to solve this problem, the first step to look at is the cause of the problem.
 

Causes of Depression:

 
Although it can be hard to ask for help, mental well-being is very essential and it will be beneficial in the long run. It takes time and commitment to find the right treatment and it’s even better if the person has a strong support system.
 

Tips On How To Manage Depression:

 

In this post, I'll show you the tips on how to manage Depression. If you've been asking on how to manage depression, how can I manage depression, then you're on the right page
 
 
If you know someone who’s depressed, please resolve never to ask them why.
 
Depression isn’t a straightforward response to a bad situation, rather, depression is just like the weather.
 
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A MUST READ: Diary Of A Nigerian Student 

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About the author

My name is Praise Omini
I'm a student at Unical,  Public health department, I'm a writer, currently undergoing a google marketing training.

You can reach me on 0805 250 2853