Depression is a mood disorder that is very common in teenagers and adults. It’s usually defined as the feeling of being stuck in the haze of despondency. Many people tend to ignore the early signs of depression which eventually leads to major mental issues
There could be several reasons why depression is evoked in one which will be further discussed in the article. Depression is classified into three categories as follows
MILD DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS:
Some of the symptoms for mild depression include the following;
- Loss of appetite
- Feeling lonely despite of being surrounded by people
- Sleeping problems; insomnia or excessive sleeping
- Memory recalls problems.
Depressed people are said to be more forgetful due to stress and anxiety. They are inclined to think negative about every situation and feel sick due to apprehension. A depressed person automatically becomes pessimistic and to revive the optimism in them the first step should be being able to identify a depressed person and becoming a listener for them.
MODERATE DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS:
Some of the symptoms for moderate depression include the following;
- Feeling of hopelessness
- Not being able to complete work; procrastination
- Fatigue/Lack of Energy
- Sensitive to slight harsh words
The symptoms mentioned above can vary from person to person. Some people may experience procrastination for few weeks, for some few day, some might feel hopeless almost every day some might feel this way during certain situations.
SEVERE DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS:
Some of the symptoms for severe depression include the following;
- Hallucinations
- Suicidal thoughts
- Drug addiction
- Isolation
When such symptoms arise, it is important to consult a psychiatrist or therapist. Since suicidal thoughts are impulsive there is probability that a severe depressed person can harm himself/herself. Therefore, it is important to keep weapons; kitchen utensil which includes knives, fork or any sharp object should be kept away or somewhere safe.
TREATMENT:
There are several treatments/approaches to overcome this disorder which are as follows;
- The people suffering from such conditions should immediately consult a highly qualified NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and EFT (Emotional freedom technique) practitioners. The therapists or practitioners guides you and helps you to get back to your normal self and alter the negative thoughts into positive thoughts.
- Some doctors prefer medications for uncontrollable behaviors i.e citalopram (Celexa)
escitalopram and fluoxetine etc. This helps to insensate the amygdala which produces stress hormones.
- To curtail the anxiousness, breathing techniques should be implied and also visualization techniques should we applied as our subconscious mind only reacts to images and sensations.
CONCLUSION:
The root cause of depression could be post traumatic experience which can lead to serious mental illness if not treated well. Sometimes people are reluctant to go to a therapist or a practitioner because of subconscious resistance but it is important that you tell about your issues regarding mental health to someone, that someone could be you family, friends or anyone you feel safe with. Remember it is okay not to be okay and mental illness is not something to be ashamed of.