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Depression
What is depression?
Depression is a mental disorder where someone has low moods and feelings of
sadness, Emptiness, hopelessness, worthlessness, guilt, helplessness, irritability,
insomnia, agitation, Weight loss or gain, lack of sexual interest, poor concentration,
and others. Depression affects. Different people differently but is often accompanied
by anxiety. There are many things that Cause depression, including genetics,
physical health problems, family history, life changes, Medications, substance abuse,
and others. It can even trigger after the death of a loved one.
Depression
Depression causes:
The causes of depression are as follows:
Genetics:
Depression is often hereditary. There are some genetic tendencies that
It May cause depression. However, this does not mean that everyone who inherits
the
Genes will develop clinical depression.
Stressful life events:
Life events that create stress can lead to depression. Some examples are being laid
off from work,
Getting into trouble at school, losing someone close, financial problems, relationship
difficulties, etc.
Brain chemistry:
Certain chemicals released in the brain during stressful situations can affect moods.
Sometimes,
The body produces too much of a certain chemical. When this happens, it affects the
normal
Functioning of the brain. This results in depression.
Other medical conditions - Other physical illnesses including thyroid disorders,
eating disorders, Sleep issues, epilepsy, and others can cause depression.
Medications:
Many medications prescribed for various health issues can cause depression.
Examples include antidepressants, antihistamines, anti-anxiety medications,
antipsychotics,
Insulin, birth control pills, blood pressure medication, and many others.
Alcohol/drug abuse:
Substance abuse has long been known to cause depression. Abuse of alcohol,
drugs,
Or both can produce feelings of guilt, worthlessness, anxiety, hopelessness,
irritability,
Nervousness, sleeplessness, agitation, indecisiveness, poor concentration, loss of
appetite,
And suicidal thoughts.
Family history:
Parents who suffer from depression or bipolar disorder frequently pass their
condition
Onto their children. Studies suggest that genetics play a role in what we call
“depressive
Personality traits". People who inherit these traits tend to be more prone to
depression
Than others.
How does depression affect the body?
Depression affects both physical and mental health and can lead to physical
problems
Such as irritable bowel syndrome, sleep disorders, headaches, fatigue, nausea,
And muscle pain. Depression may also cause changes in appetite, weight loss,
Decreased libido, poor concentration, and suicidal thoughts.
Brain imaging studies show that depressed patients have increased activity in the
Areas responsible for stress responses, including the hypothalamus, amygdala,
Hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex. Brain scans can help explain the relationship
Between brain chemicals and moods. Researchers say that serotonin levels are
lower
In those suffering from depression, low levels of serotonin may lead to
Negative feelings and behaviors. Studies show that antidepressants work by
increasing
Serotonin levels.
Causes of depression:
Many things can contribute to depression. Genetics may play a role and family
History is especially important since many forms of depression run in families.
Stressors in life can trigger depression. Lack of exercise or sleep can be significant
factors.
Many studies show that depression often runs in families.
Treatment of depression:
The best treatment options for depression vary depending on the severity of the
symptoms
And whether they are acute or chronic. Milder cases can be treated with medication
alone,
While severe depression requires talk therapy, exercise programs, behavioral
therapies,
And sometimes electroconvulsive treatments.
1. Exercise
2. Nutrition
3. Stress management
Exercise:
Exercise reduces the risk of depression, anxiety, and stress-related physical
illnesses.
Physical activity helps improve brain chemistry, reduce inflammation, and maintain
Healthy brain function.
Nutrition:
The combination of foods eaten, as well as their amounts consumed, may affect
The symptoms experienced by someone experiencing depression. A balanced diet
Consists of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, fish, nuts, legumes,
Unsweetened dairy products, eggs, and low-fat milk are recommended.
Stress Management:
Stress management techniques help individuals learn ways to manage negative
emotions,
Develop coping skills, and control their thoughts and behaviors. The goal is to
achieve a
Sense of balance between positive and negative moods and to live life without
constant stress.

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Depression.pdf

  • 1. Depression What is depression? Depression is a mental disorder where someone has low moods and feelings of sadness, Emptiness, hopelessness, worthlessness, guilt, helplessness, irritability, insomnia, agitation, Weight loss or gain, lack of sexual interest, poor concentration, and others. Depression affects. Different people differently but is often accompanied by anxiety. There are many things that Cause depression, including genetics, physical health problems, family history, life changes, Medications, substance abuse, and others. It can even trigger after the death of a loved one. Depression Depression causes:
  • 2. The causes of depression are as follows: Genetics: Depression is often hereditary. There are some genetic tendencies that It May cause depression. However, this does not mean that everyone who inherits the Genes will develop clinical depression. Stressful life events: Life events that create stress can lead to depression. Some examples are being laid off from work, Getting into trouble at school, losing someone close, financial problems, relationship difficulties, etc. Brain chemistry: Certain chemicals released in the brain during stressful situations can affect moods. Sometimes, The body produces too much of a certain chemical. When this happens, it affects the normal Functioning of the brain. This results in depression. Other medical conditions - Other physical illnesses including thyroid disorders, eating disorders, Sleep issues, epilepsy, and others can cause depression. Medications: Many medications prescribed for various health issues can cause depression.
  • 3. Examples include antidepressants, antihistamines, anti-anxiety medications, antipsychotics, Insulin, birth control pills, blood pressure medication, and many others. Alcohol/drug abuse: Substance abuse has long been known to cause depression. Abuse of alcohol, drugs, Or both can produce feelings of guilt, worthlessness, anxiety, hopelessness, irritability, Nervousness, sleeplessness, agitation, indecisiveness, poor concentration, loss of appetite, And suicidal thoughts. Family history: Parents who suffer from depression or bipolar disorder frequently pass their condition Onto their children. Studies suggest that genetics play a role in what we call “depressive Personality traits". People who inherit these traits tend to be more prone to depression Than others. How does depression affect the body? Depression affects both physical and mental health and can lead to physical problems Such as irritable bowel syndrome, sleep disorders, headaches, fatigue, nausea,
  • 4. And muscle pain. Depression may also cause changes in appetite, weight loss, Decreased libido, poor concentration, and suicidal thoughts. Brain imaging studies show that depressed patients have increased activity in the Areas responsible for stress responses, including the hypothalamus, amygdala, Hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex. Brain scans can help explain the relationship Between brain chemicals and moods. Researchers say that serotonin levels are lower In those suffering from depression, low levels of serotonin may lead to Negative feelings and behaviors. Studies show that antidepressants work by increasing Serotonin levels. Causes of depression: Many things can contribute to depression. Genetics may play a role and family History is especially important since many forms of depression run in families. Stressors in life can trigger depression. Lack of exercise or sleep can be significant factors. Many studies show that depression often runs in families. Treatment of depression: The best treatment options for depression vary depending on the severity of the symptoms And whether they are acute or chronic. Milder cases can be treated with medication alone,
  • 5. While severe depression requires talk therapy, exercise programs, behavioral therapies, And sometimes electroconvulsive treatments. 1. Exercise 2. Nutrition 3. Stress management Exercise: Exercise reduces the risk of depression, anxiety, and stress-related physical illnesses. Physical activity helps improve brain chemistry, reduce inflammation, and maintain Healthy brain function. Nutrition: The combination of foods eaten, as well as their amounts consumed, may affect The symptoms experienced by someone experiencing depression. A balanced diet Consists of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, fish, nuts, legumes, Unsweetened dairy products, eggs, and low-fat milk are recommended. Stress Management: Stress management techniques help individuals learn ways to manage negative emotions, Develop coping skills, and control their thoughts and behaviors. The goal is to achieve a
  • 6. Sense of balance between positive and negative moods and to live life without constant stress.