{"id":413,"date":"2020-03-02T10:38:14","date_gmt":"2020-03-02T10:38:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/blog\/?p=413"},"modified":"2020-09-28T15:27:24","modified_gmt":"2020-09-28T14:27:24","slug":"symptoms-of-depression","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/blog\/symptoms-of-depression\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Symptoms of depression?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Depression\nIs Different From Sadness or Grief\/Bereavement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">The death of a loved one, loss of a job or the\nending of a relationship are difficult experiences for a person to endure. It\nis normal for feelings of sadness or grief to develop in response to such\nsituations. Those experiencing loss often might describe themselves as being\n\u201cdepressed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In grief, painful feelings come in waves, often\nintermixed with positive memories of the deceased. In major depression, mood\nand\/or interest (pleasure) are decreased for most of two weeks.<\/li><li>In grief, self-esteem is usually maintained. In\nmajor depression, feelings of worthlessness and self-loathing are common.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>According to WHO:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>56,675,969 people suffer from\ndepression in India as of 2015; i.e. 4.5% of India\u2019s population.<\/li><li>36% of Indians are likely to suffer\nfrom major depression at some point in their lives<\/li><li>The total estimated number of people\nliving with depression increased by 18.4% between 2005 and 2015<\/li><li>Suicide is the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> leading\ncause of death in the age group 18-29 years<\/li><li>On an average in India 20.9 people\ncommit suicide per every 100,000 people<\/li><li>More women are affected\nby depression than men<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:left\" class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size has-luminous-vivid-orange-color\"><strong>You may read:  <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/blog\/how-to-overcome-workplace-depression\/\"><strong>How to Overcome Workplace Depression? <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Depression Is Not?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many myths\nsurrounding therapy. Though it is important to know what depression is, it can\nbe equally important to know what depression is not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depression is not simple\nsadness. Most people get upset when life doesn\u2019t go their way. But someone with\ndepression can feel so bad they struggle to do everyday activities like eat or\nbathe. To count as depression, the sadness must be a constant, long-lasting\nfeeling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depression is not a sign of\nweakness. Although depression can sap one\u2019s energy or motivation, having the\ncondition does not meant one is lazy. In fact, many people with depression put\nforth double the effort to simply get through their day. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depression is not forever.\nPeople with depression can feel hopeless about recovery, especially if they\u2019ve\nhad the condition for a long time. Yet most forms of depression are very\ntreatable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Triggers<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Triggers are emotional, psychological, or physical events or\ncircumstances that can cause depression symptoms to appear or return. These are\nsome of the most common triggers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stressful life events, such as loss,\nfamily conflicts, and changes in relationships.<\/li><li>Incomplete recovery after having\nstopped treatment too soon<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sign And Symptoms to identify Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Behavioural Symptoms of Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>withdraw from close family and friends<\/li><li>stop going out<\/li><li>stop their usual enjoyable activities<\/li><li>not get things done at work or school<\/li><li>rely on alcohol and sedatives.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Physical Symptoms of Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>being tired all the time<\/li><li>feeling sick <\/li><li>frequent headaches, stomach or muscle pains<\/li><li>sleep problems<\/li><li>loss or change of appetite<\/li><li>significant weight loss or gain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thoughts\nCaused By Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>&nbsp;\u2018I\u2019m a\nfailure.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018It\u2019s my fault.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018Nothing good ever happens to me.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018I\u2019m worthless.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018There is nothing good in my life.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018Things will never change.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018Life\u2019s not worth living.\u2019<\/li><li>\u2018People would be better off without me.\u2019<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Treatment <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although there are\nknown, effective treatments for mental disorders, between 76% and 85% of people\nin low- and middle-income countries receive no treatment for their disorder.Living\nwith depression can be difficult, but treatment can help improve your quality\nof life. Talk to your healthcare provider about possible options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depression is very treatable. In fact, with the right treatment, 80% of people with depression feel better or no longer experience symptoms at all. If you ever identify anyone with the symptoms mentioned above kindly help them by motivating them to seek treatment. You could also visit www.mindyog.com, <strong>the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/\"> best psychological counselling in Kolkata<\/a><\/strong>. (or anywhere in India). Some common treatments, used on their own or in combination are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Medications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside\ncounselling, medication may be prescribed to help sufferers who are\nexperiencing moderate to severe depression. Antidepressants&nbsp;are\nmedicines that treat depression symptoms. Most people who have moderate or\nsevere depression notice improvement when they take antidepressants, but this\nis not the case for everyone. One type of antidepressant might not work for\nyou, but another one could. If the medication is working for you, you should\ncontinue taking them at the same dose for at least 4-6 months after the\ndepression symptoms have eased. People who have had depression in the past\nmight have to take antidepressants for up to 5 years, maybe longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Light Therapy <\/strong><strong>(Phototherapy)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exposure to doses\nof white light&nbsp;can help regulate one\u2019s mood and improve symptoms of\ndepression. This form of treatment involves sitting in front of a medical light\nbox that emits a specific kind of light for several minutes per day. Phototherapy\nshould only be used when recommended by a doctor and is often used with\npsychotherapy or medication to achieve the best effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cognitive\nBehavioural Therapy (CBT)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/cbt\">Cognitive behavioural therapy<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is among the recommended therapies for treating depression. This therapy is based on the premise that the way we behave and think affects the way we feel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CBT helps you make sense of your\nthoughts and behaviour and the affect they have on you. You can use CBT to\nlearn how to overcome negative thoughts \u2013 this can help you to tackle feelings\nof hopelessness, for example. Most people have a course of 6-8 CBT sessions\nthat goes over 10 to 12 weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mindfulness-Based\nCognitive Therapy (MBCT)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of therapy is specifically designed to help those who suffer from recurring depression.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindyog.com\/mbct\">Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;combines elements of cognitive therapy and mindfulness techniques (breathing exercises and meditation) to help break negative thought patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Interpersonal\nTherapy (IPT)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"text-align:left\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Interpersonal_psychotherapy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interpersonal therapy<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;focuses on how our mental health affects our relationships and how our relationships affect us. IPT is focused on individual\u2019s relationships with people around them, and problems that they might be having with them. These can include problems communicating, or dealing with a bereavement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Often when individuals\nare depressed their relationships with other people suffer. A health\nprofessional who uses IPT can teach the skills to improve how to interact with\nother people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Group\nTherapy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the\nmain benefits of this type of therapy is the support network of peers that are\ngoing through the same sort of issues. It aims to encourage an individual to\nshare their experiences and work on understanding themselves better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Art Therapy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Art therapy\u00a0uses artistic mediums to help individuals explore their emotions in a new way. It uses art as a form of communication &#8211; this is especially good for those who find it difficult to verbalize their feelings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a safe and\neffective treatment for people with severe depression or who cannot take\nmedications or who have not responded to other treatments. ECT is a treatment\ndone in hospital that sends electrical currents through the brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ECT is given over a series of\nsessions, normally twice a week for three to six weeks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pets For Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While loving pets\ncannot take the place of psychotherapy and medication in treating depression, these\nfamily members can be helpful for many people who suffer from mild depression.\nPets relieve stress by providing love and companionship. Research shows that\nanimal-assisted therapy can also decrease agitation that often goes with\ndepression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Role Of Social\nSupport<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since loneliness\noften accompanies depression, having good relationships and social support can\nbe an important part of recovery from this illness. Joining a support group,\neither in person or online, having regular contact with loved ones, or joining\na club can help ward off becoming socially isolated. Spiritual connectedness,\neither with other people at a place of worship or just believing in a power\nbigger than oneself, can help decrease depression as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Living With Depression<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important part of living with depression is not giving up. If one\nstays focused and consistent with treatment, their mood will improve over time.\nThese do\u2019s and don\u2019ts help work towards recovery:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Get involved in activities that make you feel good\nor feel like you have achieved something. <\/li><li>Avoid drugs and alcohol. Both make depression\nworse. Both can cause dangerous side effects with antidepressant medicines.<\/li><li>Exercise regularly. It makes body feel better.\nExercise causes a chemical reaction in the body that can boost mood. The goal\nshould be exercising 4 &#8211; 6 times a week for at least 30 minutes each time.<\/li><li>Eat balanced meals and healthy foods. <\/li><li>Get plenty of sleep. Keep your sleep routine\nconsistent. <\/li><li>Set small goals, if one has low energy.<\/li><li>Encourage yourself.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Don\u2019t isolate yourself. Stay in touch with friends, family, your spiritual advisor, and your therapist.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t let negative thoughts linger in your mind. Don\u2019t talk badly about yourself. Don\u2019t expect to fail. <\/li><li>Don\u2019t blame yourself for your depression.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t make major life decisions while you are depressed. This includes marriage, divorce, separation, quitting your job, etc. You may not be thinking clearly while you are depressed. If you must make an important decision, ask someone you trust to help you.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t set an unrealistic schedule.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t get discouraged. It will take time for your depression to lift fully. Be patient with yourself.<\/li><li>Don\u2019t give up.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>MindYog<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Address: Signet Tower, 9th Floor, DN-2, DN Block, Sector V, Bidhannagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700091<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phone: 090733 72300<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d14736.39557460802!2d88.4338358!3d22.5754043!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0xc615001f701708a4!2sMindYog!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sin!4v1583147087660!5m2!1sen!2sin\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Depression Is Different From Sadness or Grief\/Bereavement The death of a loved one, loss of a job or the ending of a relationship are difficult experiences for a person to endure. It is normal for feelings of sadness or grief to develop in response to such situations. 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