Feeling sad or depressed

Even if you have been living with your disfigurement for many years, it doesn’t mean that you won’t feel depressed sometimes. This might be for a number of reasons. Perhaps you’ve encountered a lot of hostility because of your appearance, or you feel that your disfigurement is getting in the way of your relationships or career opportunities. Some people can feel depressed about what they feel are lost opportunities, or what they imagine their life might have been like if they didn’t have a disfigurement.

If you feel depressed, it can be really helpful to talk to others about your feelings – perhaps a close family member or a good friend. Alternatively you may prefer to talk to a counsellor in confidence about your feelings. You might also find it helpful to meet with other people with a similar experience and to hear how they manage. You can contact Changing Faces by email or telephone to discuss counselling support and how to meet others.