Wellness and stress > Need help?
When to Look for Help
Experiencing high stress levels for too long can be exhausting! If, despite your best intentions to take care of yourself, you feel sadness taking hold without apparent reason, that becomes all-encompassing and negatively affects your activities, you need to ask yourself some questions – you could be suffering from depression.
If you experience four or more of the following in a major and constant way for at least two weeks, don’t hesitate to consult a doctor:
- sleep problems
- changes in your appetite or your weight
- fatigue, sadness, lack of energy or loss of interest
- loss of self-esteem or feelings of guilt
- problems with concentration and memory or difficulty making decisions
- suicidal thoughts
If you are having suicidal thoughts, see a doctor right away, speak with someone close to you or call Suicide Action Montreal, toll-free, at 1-866-APPELLE (277-3553), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
How to Help Others
If you think someone close to you or someone you know suffers from depression, has suicidal thoughts, or simply needs help, you can:
- share your concerns with them
- point out noticeable changes in behaviour
- encourage them to get help
Even if you’re not a therapist, you can help this person to admit having a problem. You might also assist the person in finding help (e.g., family doctor, employee help program, etc.).
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