Depression

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The first thing we should know about depression is that it is not the state of sadness or grief but it is a common and serious disorder that negatively affects the way of feeling, thinking and acting in affected individual. It is also called major depressive disorder. Depression is a common illness which can lead to different problems like melancholy, loss of interest in preferred activities, decrease in ability to work properly. A person suffering from depression lives in a persistent state of sadness, guiltiness, and being worthlessness.

Signs and Symptoms- That we need to identify-

There may be all or some of symptoms like hopelessness, tearfulness, frustration, loss of libido, loss of interest in enjoyable activities, sleeping disturbances, loss or gain of weight, fatigue, restlessness, anxiety, abnormal changes in the way of thinking, speaking and movement, suicidal thoughts, and suicide attempts.

Depression may affect differently; some patients face noticeable changes in their behavior while some patients feel miserable without knowing the cause.

What actually leads to Depression-

Depression may occur in every stage of life. It is more common in teen ages. It is most commonly occurs in women than men. It may also occur in children. Most symptoms of depression are similar in every population but there can be some differences in children and adults.

Depression occurs due to various reasons. It may be running genetically in some individuals. Biological differences in brain also causes depression. Neurotransmitters play a vital role in the maintenance of brain activity, and when they are disturbed from their normality it also leads to depression. Irregularity of hormones also affect the state of mind, so when hormonal changes occur in an individual, it may also causes depression.

What we can do about it-

Depression is a serious illness but fortunately it is treatable. If you are feeling depressed, you should visit to a health professional for a thorough diagnostic evaluation. It may be done through an interview and physical examination. It may also be find through blood test in some rare cases, that whether it is caused due to hormonal changes or vitamins deficiency. If you are diagnosed with depression, you can be treated through varies range of therapies. The first option is psychotherapy or talk therapy. It will help you to give up on negative thinking, and to improve yourself through a positive change. If your depression is moderate to severe, you will pass through both psychotherapy, and antidepressants. Antidepressants are used to regulate the chemistry of brain. They are used for long term. They are used according to the advice of the prescriber. There are some painful side effects of antidepressants which you should know before starting the treatment. It is necessary to keep track of side effects and discuss it with the therapist. In severe major depression, Electroconvulsive therapy is used. When a patient does not respond to other treatment, then this option is used. It is done through electrical stimulation of the brain of patient. Self-coping is also a best strategy to fight depression. Taking exercise, getting enough sleep, eating healthy diet, avoiding unhealthy consumption, and working in healthy environment may help a person to reduce the symptoms of depression.

A Quick Reminder:

Depression is real and denying it, is not the solution of problem. It is treatable. For a healthy individual, a healthy state of mind is mandatory. Perfect peace and health of mind is achieved through proper evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.