What Is Depression?
According to researches, Depression is a mental health disorder in which a person losses interest in most of the things and stays in a low mood. It can also be said that it is a state of mind which is manifested by several reasons. It has now become so wide and common that now people see it as a disease. In reality it is also a state of mind which is manifested due to several reasons.
There are mainly 9 types of depression manifestations:
- Major Depression
- Persistent Depression
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depressive Psychosis
- Perinatal Depression
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
- Seasonal Depression
- Situational Depression
- Atypical Depression
To read more about these types of depressions simply click here.
What Are The Causes Of Depression?
There are actually three main reasons for depression. First is psychological, another is biological or physical and third is social. And these three have a common factor which is an essential factor.
The factor is our environment. A point to be noted here is that environment does not only mean surroundings here. Here environment is the food you take, all the surroundings you adapt, type of people you interact.
Psychological Cause:
As the word psychological clarifies that it is about mind. When there is an extremely low mood for a long period it starts manifesting depression. It mainly happens due to stress for a long time, a field of negative energy or stack of negative thoughts for a long time.
Biological or Physical Cause:
In biological or physical cause any hormonal change or bad health is the reason for depression. Sometimes it happens that you don't have any reason for a low mood still you become depressed it is due to hormonal changes.
Depression also depends on genes. A person's genes also decide when that person will become depressed and for how long.
For instance in many cases a mother after delivery gets depressed for no reason. It is because of hormonal reasons.
Social or Relational Cause:
In this depression is triggered when a there is a any social reason or problems in relationship. Here social means any problem related to society or job or any work. I personally feel that social reasons are actually part of psychological reason.
What Are Common Signs Of Depression?
- Extremely Low mood.
- Loss of interest in everything which makes you happy or your hobby or work.
- Lack of motivation and energy.
- Loss of appetite or overeating
- Anger
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Irritation
- Anxiety
- Hopelessness
- Suicidal thoughts
All these signs are some common signs which show depression when the signs continue for a long period of time (around 2-3 weeks).
How To Overcome Depression?
It is not possible for a depressed person to overcome depression on its own. So to overcome depression:
Healthy Lifestyle:
For a depressed person a healthy lifestyle must be a compulsion. He/she should eat healthy food, do yoga and meditation, try to fight with negative thoughts, take more sleep, engage with friends and family, take a walk, laugh and talk.
These are some natural ways to overcome a minor depression and increase the rate of overcoming a major depression.
Healthy lifestyle gives transforms negative energy into positive energy.
There are also many centers which provide a healthy lifestyle. A depressed person must join that center for a period of time before going to any medication or therapy.
Therapies:
Therapies are mainly for psychological depression. In this a person goes to a psychiatrist or counselor for his treatment. Although medications are required, many psychological cases are solved by the specialists. They hear your problems and try to solve them. They sympathize with you and motivate you.
Medication:
It is mostly given for biological depression. Antidepressants are commonly given to the person suffering. Therapies are still required. Medication basically raises the level of hormones for pleasure and interest such as dopamine. Excess eating of medicines can either cause oversleeping or overexcited state.
What Are The Common Myths About Depression?
Sadness is depression:
It is the most common myth in a person's head. People take sadness or low mood as depression. Although it can also be a reason for depression, it is so when continued for a long time. Depression occurs due to other reasons also leaving sadness.
Depression is always psychological:
It is also a widespread myth that depression is always psychological. As I have already mentioned the reasons above, in that a big reason is physical reason also.
These two are very common myths and to know some more myths check this site.
How To Prevent Yourself From Depression?
If you want to prevent yourself from depression be happy and just enjoy your moments. Never see things on your past experiences or get angry unnecessarily.
If you do meditation then depression will probably not effect you. Engage yourself with friends and family. Try to be in an open environment. Feel free from any thoughts.
These suggestions may be helpful to prevent you from depression. Do not fear from depression. More are the fears more is the chance to be depressed or to trigger any phobia.
Health is very important so try to exercise minimum for 15 minuntes daily. Your body health has a direct impact on your mental health. Eat healthy food and try to avoid packaged foods.
Sleep is an important factor. A comfortable and deep sleep reduces the risk of depression. Try taking deep breaths while sleeping which will enhance the depth of sleep.
Conclusion
Never think depression is weakness. It can be triggered in anyone. Depression can be cured if and only if the depressed person desires to be cured.
The desire is the strongest part for the treatment of the person. Most of the depressed lose desire hence they try to commit suicide. I know it is not easy for that person and he wants to be out but without a desire it cannot be possible. Most of the therapists encourage the person to increase his desire to be cured.
At last I would just say that be connected with an open environment and feel the beauty of nature.
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