Depression is a mental health disorder that is on the rise, so now more than ever it is important to talk about how to cope with it: it is completely treatable and those experiencing a clinical picture of depression can overcome it

The following are the techniques and types of therapy that are frequently used to treat depression:

Cognitive-behavioral

therapy Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of talk therapy designed to help change negative thoughts or behavior patterns that may be related to depression. This type of therapy is generally focused on the short term, to solve current problems and incorporate new coping skills to solve them.

Interpersonal therapy

People with depression are most vulnerable when their support networks are limited. Interpersonal therapy takes into account the relationship of depression with interpersonal relationships, so this type of therapy emphasizes improving relationship skills, including communication and conflict resolution skills.

Social skills training

Social skills are necessary to set limits, build healthy relationships, and build a strong social network. This type of training aims to improve communication skills and build healthy relationships based on honesty and respect.

Psychodynamic

therapy Psychodynamic therapy sessions delve into people’s past, the unresolved conflicts that may be contributing to the development of depression.

Behavioral

activation Behavioral activation seeks to avoid the isolation to which people with depression are prone. This type of therapy works to set goals and include more enjoyable activities in daily life, as well as to increase interactions with people. This therapy bets that increasing pleasant activities and strengthening interpersonal relationships can help reduce symptoms of depression.

Problem solving therapy

This type of therapy helps prioritize problems and provide guidance for coping and overcoming them. In this case, the therapist helps the patient to make an evaluation of the possible options and to choose the most appropriate one.