Nigerian actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande has opened up about her personal struggle with postpartum depression and her inspiring journey to recovery.
In a recent interview on the podcast series With Chude, Dakore, a highly respected actress and multi-brand ambassador, bravely shared her mental health challenges and how she overcame them.
Reflecting on her seemingly perfect life, Dakore revealed that she faced difficulties after giving birth to her daughter. Unbeknownst to her at the time, she gradually slipped into postnatal depression, experiencing a deep sadness she couldn't shake. It wasn't until a conversation with an older friend that Dakore began to understand the underlying cause of her mood swings.
Recognizing the need for professional help, Dakore reached out to her OB/GYN, who confirmed her postpartum depression symptoms. During her recovery process, she realized that she had neglected her creative side, which had been diminishing during her four-year break from work.
Dakore described her emotions during that period as a constant and persistent sadness, a lack of joy that she struggled to overcome. She would often swing between extreme happiness and deep sadness, experiencing manic-like episodes.
Understanding the importance of therapy, she sought the guidance of a therapist who helped her heal. The therapist stressed the significance of engaging in activities she loved and reminded Dakore of her lifelong passion for acting.
With the support of her therapist and a trusted friend, Dakore recognized that her depression stemmed from the significant life changes she had undergone. Gradually, she began to reclaim her life and mental well-being by returning to the world of acting and the entertainment industry.
Dakore Egbuson-Akande is widely known in Nigeria for her exceptional performances in movies such as Isoken, Fifty, The Set Up, and Chief Daddy.
Her journey of overcoming postpartum depression serves as an inspiration to others who may be facing similar challenges.
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