{"id":2284,"date":"2023-04-20T15:40:02","date_gmt":"2023-04-20T19:40:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/explorer-par-sujet\/deprime-et-epuisement\/"},"modified":"2026-03-18T14:01:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T18:01:10","slug":"deprime-et-epuisement","status":"publish","type":"subject","link":"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/en\/students\/taking-care-of-yourself\/exploring-subject\/deprime-et-epuisement\/","title":{"rendered":"Depression and fatigue"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>At some point in your life, you may experience intense fatigue or mood swings, and your motivation levels may drop. Your workload, concerns about exams, and balancing study and personal life can all lead to this state. Sometimes we also hear the term \u201cstudent burnout,\u201d which is not well known, but is nonetheless very real. It can happen to anyone, because sometimes it just feels like it\u2019s too much! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/en\/students\/taking-care-of-yourself\/tools-for-students\/?type=&#038;subjects=2284\">View all tools for this subject<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WH\u0399CH SIGNS of depression TO LOOK OUT FOR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The signs and symptoms of low mood are similar to those of depression, but they are less intense and normally lessen over time. If, however, you experience one or more of the signs below over a period of more than two weeks and you don&#8217;t see any improvement, don&#8217;t hesitate to seek professional help, as this could be a case of depression or the expression of a treatable physical medical condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fatigue&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of energy or restlessness&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleep problems: sleeping too much or too little&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change in appetite: increase or decrease&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sexual changes: decrease or loss of interest&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discomfort: headaches, back or stomach pain&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deep sadness (e.g., crying often)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of interest in professional, social, and family activities&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feelings of guilt or failure&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decreased self-esteem&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty concentrating or making decisions&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suicidal thoughts&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some case studies<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Seasonal depression<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p><!-- wp:paragraph -->In northern countries like ours, reduced light levels in winter can lead to signs of depression. This happens to around 20% of the Canadian population. For a further 2-3%, these symptoms are more pronounced, and are referred to as seasonal depression or <a href=\"https:\/\/cmha.ca\/news\/winter-blues-or-something-more-understanding-seasonal-affective-disorder-sad\/\">seasonal affective disorder<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0Interestingly, whether we\u2019re talking about the blues or seasonal depression, scientific studies have shown that, under certain conditions, daily use of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientifique-en-chef.gouv.qc.ca\/en\/research-impact\/light-therapy-effective-for-winter-depression-true-french-version-only\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">light therapy<\/a> lamp is an effective treatment for regaining energy, so why not give it a try?<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Activism fatigue<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>Activism fatigue is affecting more and more students involved in social, environmental or equity and inclusion struggles. Driven by strong values, their actions can come up against rigid structures, a lack of recognition and the slow pace of change, which can lead to discouragement, mental overload and exhaustion. Since campaigning for major change can be a never-ending race, it&#8217;s important to recognise the signs of fatigue before they lead to disengagement or loss of motivation.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Student burnout<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>It is wrongly assumed that burnout is a reality associated only with workers. However, students are also at great risk, as they are exposed to the pressure to excel at a high and sustained level, in addition to a job that is often demanding, poorly paid and with a full and changing timetable. In periods of stress such as exams, the balance is precarious, the time available for study is rarely sufficient and the hours allowed for sleep are reduced. The perfect cocktail for exhaustion!<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO COPE WITH DEPRESSION&nbsp;or avoiding burnout<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, take a moment to clarify the need or reason behind your feeling down.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What do you feel: overload, boredom, sadness?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is it linked to a specific event, accumulation, or specific context?&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you need motivation, more vitality, to slow down, to rest, to find meaning?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being aware of this will help you identify relevant strategies to brighten up gloomy days and lighten your daily routine. Here are a few strategies:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Be easy on yourself<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>You can allow yourself to experience a certain level of depression. It\u2019s impossible to be constantly happy, fulfilled, and energetic. Feeling depressed from time to time is normal and healthy.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Dealing with the lack of light<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>There\u2019s nothing like a walk outside to air out the brain and compensate for the lack of sunlight. If possible, set up your worktable near a window to take advantage of the natural light.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Get active<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>The less you move, the more you forget how good it feels to move! Don\u2019t feel that you have to run a marathon, just put on your shoes, skates, skis or snowshoes and get outside to stretch your arms and legs.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Artistic activity<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>Artistic creation is an excellent way of expressing your feelings. It\u2019s a way of expressing things that aren\u2019t working and leaving room for other emotions. Sing, paint, draw, play a musical instrument, whatever you enjoy!<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Be in touch with nature<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>Nature is like a free spa for the brain. Breathing in the fresh air, hearing the birds sing and feeling the wind and sun on your skin helps to calm the whirlwind of thoughts, recharge the mental battery and see life with a bit more perspective. Bonus: this type of connection requires no wifi and no password!<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"content-accordion-ctn js-accordion\">\n    <div class=\"title\">\n        <p>Transform your day<\/p>\n        <i class=\"icon-plus plus\"><\/i>\n        <i class=\"icon-minus minus\"><\/i>\n  <\/div>\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div>\n            <p>Get out of your usual routine for a day or take a break from the screen to do something new. This will break the boredom and stimulate your brain in a new way: novelty has a way of giving you the boost you need to get through a difficult period.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-green-mint-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Because you&#8217;re not the only one going through this<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In difficult times, it can be good to remind yourself that you&#8217;re not alone in going through this type of situation, that others have been through it and that with time, kindness and support, you&#8217;ll eventually get through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to take inspiration from people who are going through or have gone through difficult times linked to their mental health, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humainavanttout.com\/temoignages\/asma\">Asma <\/a>on the Humain avant tout website or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4f8RUoJxGZI&amp;list=PLwU2wTGxTkB4xyxaqO0JSnFj0jTJ0DwWf\">Andres <\/a>in the Ma sant\u00e9 mentale pendant mes \u00e9tudes series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.humainavanttout.com\/temoignages\">Read all the testimonials about Humain avant tout<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLwU2wTGxTkB4xyxaqO0JSnFj0jTJ0DwWf\">Watch the <em>Ma sant\u00e9 mentale pendant mes \u00e9tudes<\/em> series<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:30px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-white-color has-dark-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-aee125aa5f2b906f1282a1d49f414836 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dbb659203248e828ddea29570dac673a\">WHAT TO REMEMBER&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Feeling down is not synonymous with depression, but it can lead to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The symptoms of depression are much more intense than those of the blues, and above all, they persist for several weeks without improving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to become aware of your condition quickly enough to allow yourself time for physical and mental rest, and to get involved in activities that feel good.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have suicidal thoughts, don\u2019t wait to see if they pass, and get <a href=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/en\/students\/getting-support\/immediate-support\/\">immediate support<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 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Take a look at this <a href=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/en\/students\/getting-support\/services-offered-in-your-establishment\/\">page <\/a>to find out what&#8217;s available at your institution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/en\/students\/getting-support\/services-offered-in-your-establishment\/\">Find out about the services offered at my establishment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9437c248 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a819ccb4c6a6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a819ccb4c6a6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"737\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/image-35.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13810\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/image-35.png 576w, https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/image-35-234x300.png 234w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A summary of this article is available in <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1APgBVM7QzsEfO_-2LnzLSC3Uanc7wUEg\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PDF <\/a>format for distribution or printing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1APgBVM7QzsEfO_-2LnzLSC3Uanc7wUEg\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View the fact sheet (PDF)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"title-arrow\">\n    <h4 class=\"title\">References<\/h4>\n    <div class=\"image\">\n       <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/wp-content\/themes\/ismees\/assets\/images\/wavy-arrow.svg\" alt=\"Fl\u00e8che vers le bas\"\/>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Centre d\u2019\u00e9tude sur le stress humain. (2019)&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stresshumain.ca\/stress-et-vous\/travailleurs\/burnout-vs-depression\/\">Burnout vs D\u00e9pression<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Gouvernement du Qu\u00e9bec \u2013 Scientifique en chef. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientifique-en-chef.gouv.qc.ca\/impact-recherche\/la-luminotherapie-efficace-pour-la-depression-hivernale-vrai\/\">La luminoth\u00e9rapie&nbsp;: efficace pour la d\u00e9pression hivernale&nbsp;?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Gouvernement du Qu\u00e9bec. (2023) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/sante\/sante-mentale\/s-informer-sur-sante-mentale-et-troubles-mentaux\/mieux-comprendre-troubles-mentaux\/depression\">D\u00e9pression<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Universit\u00e9 du Qu\u00e9bec \u00e0 Montr\u00e9al. <a href=\"https:\/\/portailetudiant.uqam.ca\/soutienpsycho\/dossier-dejouez-la-deprime\/\">D\u00e9jouez la d\u00e9prime<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Universit\u00e9 Laval. (2016) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aide.ulaval.ca\/psychologie\/textes-et-outils\/difficultes-frequentes\/l-epuisement-etudiant\/\">L&#8217;\u00e9puisement \u00e9tudiant<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"title-arrow\">\n    <h4 class=\"title\">Credits<\/h4>\n    <div class=\"image\">\n       <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stationsme.ca\/wp-content\/themes\/ismees\/assets\/images\/wavy-arrow.svg\" alt=\"Fl\u00e8che vers le bas\"\/>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Illustration : Mario Fontaine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Contribution to the article : <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">France Landry, psychologist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-small-font-size\">Isabelle Queval, psychologist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understand what happens when energy levels drop, or motivation declines day by day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1541,"template":"","subject_category":[],"class_list":["post-2284","subject","type-subject","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - 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