Major Depression Disorder is a mental condition characterized by persistent low mood and loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities, affecting more women than men. Symptoms include significant weight loss, insomnia, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, and suicidal thoughts. Treatment options such as medication and therapy are available, but risks like suicidal behavior in young adults underscore the importance of seeking supportive relationships and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.

1. Major DepressionBy. Lifewithmdd

2. What is Major Depression Disorder?Mental Disorder where one feels loss of interest in things and in a low mood.

3. What are the Symptoms?Depressed mood most of the day and nearly every dayNo interest or pleasure in things that were pleasurable before Significant weight lossInsomnia

4. More Symptoms.. Fatigue or loss of energy Feelings of worthlesness, hopelessnessDecreased ability to concentrate Having thoughts of death…

5. Who does it affect? Twice as many women as menThose of 25-44 years of age 10-25 percent of women5-12 percent of men

6. Causes of Major DepressionBiological differences: People with depression tend to have physical changes in their brainsNeurotransmitters: Naturally occurring brain chemicals linked to mood may play a role Hormones: Changes in the body’s balance of hormones may trigger

7. Causes of Major Depression Cont. Inherited Traits: One is more likely to have this disorder if a biological family member had it Life events: Events such as death of loss of a loved one, financial problems, or high stressEarly childhood trauma: Traumatic events during childhood

8. TreatmentsMedication CounselingCombination of Both Antidepressant drug therapyPsychotherapy

9. Risk of Effective TreatmentAntidepressant medications can be very effective, but for some people it may not be right. In young adults, use of such drugs can cause suicidal behavior

10. What’s important in Treatment Avoid alcohol and drugs Eat well balanced meals Get regular exercise Seek supportive relationships

11. Complications of Major DepressionSuicideIncreased risk of alcohol and drug related problems Increased risk of tobacco dependence Increased problems with physical health

12. Prevention of Major DepressionAvoid drugs, alcohol, caffeine Exercise regularlyLearn how o relax and manage stressMaintain good sleeping habits Get involved with activities

13. I have difficulty sleeping every night. I close my eyes to try to get some rest, but all I can think about are my concerns and it doesn’t let me sleep…

14. I can’t eat anything.. My stomach is empty and I’m hungry but I lose my appetite and I don’t find food appetizing at all. Everything that I used to like eating, I can’t eat anymore. I keep losing weight.

15. I feel worthless. I feel like no one loves or cares for me and it makes no difference whether I’m living in this world or not. Afterall, I’m just a being on earth..

16. I feel hopeless. I don’t think that 9 could feel any better any time and I feel trapped. I feel like I’mliving in a black hope and there’s no way out. I don’t think I can ever find happiness again.

17. The more lonely and depressed I feel, I should go out and have some fun, but I don’t want to leave the house or go out with friends. I feel like I have no energy or urge to do so.

18. I don’t find anything interestinganymore. Hobbies and things that Ienjoyed doing once doesn’t interest meanymore. It’s strange because I used to love doing certain things.. But now nothing catches myattention..

19. I can’t concentrate in anything I do. I try to focus in school to listen and learn, but nothing gets into my head.. I tend to zone out and my mind goes blank.

20. I think about committing suicide sometimes. Should I overdose on pills or should I use a weapon? Suicidal thoughts cross my mind often and I feel that it wouldn’t be a big deal even if I was gone.