Diet for depression

2. Depression is a common illness characterized by persistent
sadness and a loss of interest in activities that one normally
enjoys, accompanied by an inability to carry out daily activities,
for at least two weeks.
Symptoms:
1. Loss of energy
2. Change in appetite
3. Sleeping more/less
4. Anxiety
5. Reduced concentration
6. Indecisiveness
7. Restlessness
8. Feelings of worthlessness
9. Guilt or hopelessness
10. Thoughts of Self Harm
Risk Factors
1. Biological (genetic, chronic
diseases, terminal illness)
2. Psychological
3. Social (familial, relationships,
violence, disasters),
4. Cultural (religion, caste, beliefs,
attitudes)
5. Economic (Job Loss, Recession)
6. Consumption of alcohol and drugs
can further aggravate the
condition.

3. STATISTICS : SOME WORRYING NUMBERS
• Globally 4.3% of the world’s population (300 million+) are
suffering from Depression & Related mental issues
• In India, 15% Indian adults need active intervention for
symptoms related to depression.
• National Mental Health Survey 2015-16 revealed one in 20
Indians suffers from depression & one or more mental health
issues.
• It is estimated that in 2012, India had over 2,58,000 suicides,
with the age-group of 15-49 years being most affected.
• Depression is ranked as the single largest contributor to
global disability (7.5% of all years lived with disability)
• At its worst, depression can lead to suicide; over 8,00,000
(Eight Lakh) people die due to suicide every year.
• It is the second leading cause of death in 15-29-year-olds.

4. MAKING THINGS WORSE
• In India less than 10% receive proper treatments
• Barriers to effective care
• Lack of resources
• Lack of trained health-care providers
• Social stigma associated with mental disorders
• Inaccurate assessment
HOW TO TACKLE THIS ISSUE
• Government of India’s commitment is reflected in the National Mental Health
Programme (NMHP):
• Prevention programmes have been shown to reduce depression.
• Effective community engagement to prevent depression
• School-based programmes to enhance positive thinking in children and
adolescents
• Work place activities to enhance engagement of employees
• Lower work hours & compulsory vacation for employees to help de-stress
• Life-skills training and counselling in educational institutions
• Suicide prevention services 91-9820466726 / Emergency 112
• Depression Test - Free mental health tests from Mental Health America (mhanational.org)
The Health and Wellness Centres under the Ayushman Bharat program have a
provision for mental healthcare services.

5. https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools/depression/

6. Doctors & Mental health specialists DON’T generally give
advice on nutrition!
And yet:
• Food directly influences brain function and mood
• Living with depression can have a significant impact on our
appetite and eating habits
• Some people lose interest in cooking and don't have the energy
to prepare meals
• Some others have physical or emotional symptoms that can be
linked to either over-or-under eating
• Standard antidepressant drugs, such as commonly prescribed
SSRIs, present with side effects that affect appetite, leading to
undesirable weight gain or weight loss

10. PROCESSED FOOD

11. EAT REAL FOOD
EAT REAL FOOD

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