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Depression
Depression is a common mood disorder that causes a loss of interest and persistent feeling of sadness. It negatively affects how you feel act, behave and think.
Depression can happen to anyone and is very different from regular mood changes. It is also called Major Depressive disorder.
Common
Symptoms of
Depression
• Persistent sad or "empty" mood.
• Feelings of guilt, worthless, or helplessness.
• Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities.
• Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts.
• Feelings of irritability, frustration, or restlessness.
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions.
Main Causes Of Depression
Linked to Depression are a number of factors
that contribute to its development. Depression
can develop due to a combination of life events, personal factors and changes to the brain.
How is it Diagnosed?
The diagnostic criteria for Depression is that
an individual has a diminished mood most of the day, everyday. It is often diagnosed by a combination of tests and by just talking to the patient.
Different types of
Depression
• Major Depressive Disorder
• Persistent Depressive Disorder
• Treatment Resistant Depression
• Post Partum Depression
How is it treated?
Treatment for people with Depression results in a combination of Antidepressant medicine and Psychotherapy.
To reach a Suicide & Crisis Line available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Call 988 or text 988
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What is the difference between Depression & Sadness?
Being sad is a definite part of Depression but they are not the same. Sadness is a normal reaction to things such as, loss disappointment and other situations that occur in life. Depression is a longer-term mental illness and contains a persistent feeling of sadness.
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Who is at risk of Depression?
People who have a history of Depression in their family, who have lived through abuse, severe losses or other stressful events.
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What are the risks of untreated Depression?
Depression being left untreated leaves room for a person to be more susceptible to sleeping, physical, and appetite problems. It also increases the chance of abusing drugs and Alcohol.
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Can Depression affect Children?
Yes, Children can suffer from Depression which can impair their ability to socialize, perform academically and how they function over