Depression
There are factors which contribute to a person developing depression:
- Depression can develop from internal factors (which are associated with biochemical changes in the body and brain)
- It also develop from external factors such as the loss of a loved one or a personal tragedy.
- It could also be brought on by long-term stress in one's situation/circumstances.
Symptoms of Depression
- Frequently crying for no apparent reason
- Constantly being negative towards the self and blaming others for thier advierse situations in life.
- Thoughts of suicide or talking about it with others
- Disturbances in one's sleeping pattern, for example, constantly waking up at night
- Dramatic eating pattern changes, for example, experiencing a loss of appetite or overeating
- Persistent fatigue and sleepiness during working hours
- Speech is slowed, for example, the inability to undertake continuous conversation
- May have a distorted self image, and imagining that other people are thinking about them constantly
- Constant criticism of one's self and/or of others
- Loss of enjoyment of fun activities, for example, the loss of interest in socializing with family and friends
- Wanting to become a prominant figure like a prime minister or a famous person and believing that it is easliy achieved
Depression Facts and Myths
Here are some interesting depression facts and myths.
Anxiety Depression
Anxiety Depression occurs when both anxiety and depression co-exist together in an individual’s psyche.
Online Depression Help
Try online depression help which may consist of tests or information for you to evaluate whether you are feeling depressed or not.
