Depression
I. What is Depression?
II. signs and symptoms of Depression
a. feelings of helplessness and hopelessness
b. loss of interest in daily activities
c. appetite or weight changes
d. sleep changes
e. anger or irritability
f. loss of energy
g. self-loathing
h. reckless behavior
i. difficulty concentrating
j. unexplained aches and pains
III. impact of Depression
a. men
b. women
c. teenagers
d. older adults
IV. types of Depression
a. postpartum depression
b. major depressive disorder
c. Clinical Depression
d. bipolar disorder
V. risk factors
a. suicide
b. suicide warning signs
VI. types of treatment
a. medication
b. therapies
Depression
Grief and downturns in mood are normal reactions to life's struggles, and most people use the word "depression" to describe these feelings. The truth is, depression is much more than just sadness. Someone experiencing depression wrestle with feelings of despair over a longer period of time.
The exact cause of depression is unknown, but scientists believe it is caused by chemical changes in the brain caused by Genetics or stressful events, but is likely to be a combination of both. Some signs and symptoms of depression include;
* Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness:
* With negative Outlook — nothing will ever get better and there's nothing they can do to improve their situation.
* Loss of interest in daily activities:
* No interest in former hobbies, past times, social activities, or sex.
* Lose the ability to feel joy or pleasure.
* Appetite or weight changes:
* Significant weight loss or weight gain.
* Sleep changes:
* Either insomnia, particularly wake up early in the morning or ...
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