depression,
Depression
A common
mental health disorder that interferes with
daily life activities. The depression
will affect mood, though, sleep,
and many other aspects of life. Individuals with such disorder
do not always realize it and are sometimes misunderstood. Many ignore
the
signs and others cope with it by abusing alcohol or
drugs. Without treatment the symptoms can last months or even years.
Symptoms
Constant
sad mood.
Decreased Interest or Pleasure.
Feeling of worthlessness or guilt.
Pessimism
Lost of appetite or over eating.
Weigh changes.
Suicidal (thoughts of death).
Irritability
Lack of sleep.
Fatigue
Diminished concentration.
Difficulty remembering.
And many more symptoms.
Decreased Interest or Pleasure.
Feeling of worthlessness or guilt.
Pessimism
Lost of appetite or over eating.
Weigh changes.
Suicidal (thoughts of death).
Irritability
Lack of sleep.
Fatigue
Diminished concentration.
Difficulty remembering.
And many more symptoms.
Common Causes
Common causes in Women
Menstrual cycle changes, miscarriage, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause and other hormonal factors contribute to the increased rate in women. Stressors such as work, parenthood etc. will contribute to depression.
Common causes in Men
Men are less likely to suffer from it than women but they are also less likely to admit to it. It can affect physical health in men and a study shows a correlation between depression and death rate from coronary arteries. Most will mask the illness by abusing alcohol, drugs and/or working excessively for long hours. Their response towards it is more aggressive rather than feeling hopeless and/or helpless.
sadness , decreased sex drive , hopeless , emptiness
Common causes:
Family history
Stress
Physical conditions
Trauma
Pessimistic personality
Prevention
It may not be possible to prevent it but a recurrence can be prevented by taking and continuing to take proper medication even after symptoms have improved.
Seeking treatment
Find humour in your life
Talk to someone.
Avoid isolation.
Avoid bad company.
Deal with money and stress.
Go to bed early.
Proper night sleep.
Avoid alcohol and drugs.
Getting regular exercise.
Eating a balanced diet.
If you are a teen or young adult and you have no one to talk to call a local organisation such as kids help phone (1800-668-6868) http://www.kidshelpphone.ca, or (1800-263-2266) http://en.teljeunes.com/home tel jeunes. Do not stay alone get some help. TALK TO SOMEONE.
Herbal Relief
Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), damiana (Turnera diffusa), skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora).
Make an infusion using one of the herbs. Drink 4 cups a day.
St john’s wort (Hypericum perforatum). It will take approximately 3 weeks before seeing any effects.
take pills or make infusion and drink up 4 times a day.
sadness , decreased sex drive , hopeless , emptiness
General caution: Seek professional advice, especially if you are already taking medication for this condition.
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