Does depression lead to low self esteem?

Question

depression makes me think low of myself everytime.

Answer 1

Yes it does. It can make you feel terrible about yourself!!!

Answer 2

Unlike some resoponders I do not think that depression or self-esteem are related.

Let me give you an example. Someone may have a relatively high esteem of themselves and they may expect things to be almost perfect as a result, when things dont go as planned, though, the person will become angry exactly because their self-esteem is high.

On the other hand, someone who has a low-self esteem may be more humble and could get happiness from the things which would not make the person with high-self esteem happy.

Answer 3

Yes, and visa versa. Low self-esteem is a sign that something emotionally is not quite right. When it is a response to the environment and continues for a period unchecked, it can lead to depression. Conversely, low self-esteem that is out of character and not environmentally caused can be a symptom of depression. In both cases, depression can magnify esteem issues. At an extreme in psychotic depression, thoughts of self-worthlessness can cross the border into delusion. Typically, low self-esteem is a factor that may lead to depression.

Answer 4

Most depression atcually does come from "low-esteem".

Self esteem is something that you can control....you just got to be storng in the mind and actually be able to do something about it.

Depression is "by definition" a lack of certain chemical in your brain....medication is answer BUT it comes at a cost...which is "side effects"!

Harmonise your self with the understanding that there people more worse then you are THEN see how you feel.
Be greatful for you have AND DONT concern yourself with something you dont have.

Have ambitions in life to touch the sky....that way you will keep yoursefl occupied with ambitious activities.

Now smile and be positive!

Good luck

Answer 5

My guess would be that low self esteem can lead to depression, instead of the other way around.

Answer 6

Perhaps, if you have to deal with the stigma of being 'mentally ill' by others, and feel set apart. However, it could be the other way around. Low self-esteem could lead to depression. Some tragedies, when left to fester, could cause us to think less of ourselves when we think too long about them without the proper help. So, it works both ways. Talk it out as much as possible with your therapist or a trusted clergy member.

Answer 7

Depression udsually is about yourself and problems with who you are so yes it does lead to low self esteem and is usually the main cause.
You shouldn't be depressed about who you are, you should be pleased about who you are and how unique you are to everyone else.

Answer 8

I think low self esteem leads to depression. No reason to have low self esteem. Granted I know that is eaiser said then done. You are you, got to love youself.

Answer 9

It can be both ways. Depression can lead to low self esteem and vice versa. I hope that you feel better. Try to think positive.

Answer 10

yes. Since High School I've battled self-esteem issues and cloudy days that I was always told I would "shake off". It never really happened. Deep depression takes on unreasonable levels and takes over what you think of yourself. Don't be ashamed to get help and talk to someone about it.

Answer 11

If your depression does not originate from low self-esteem, then it can cause it. Depression is a pervasive negative out-look on life. When you feel gloomy, it makes you perceive everything a little bit worse, including your own body image.