Do you feel sad stressed and down sometimes, it could be natural to have a low state of mind for day or two but if it persists and low mood lingers on for more than a week or two it could be depression. Major depression is an episode of sadness or apathy along with other symptoms that stay with you at least two weeks and interrupt your daily activities. Depression does not indicate weakness or that you are a negative personality. all kinds of depression indicate some a major health problem and needs to be treated medically .
Depression Symptoms: Emotional
The primary symptoms of depression are a low and sad and/or loss of interest in day to day activities of your life. daily routine tasks that were once pleasurable appear much burdensome now . a sense of guilt or worthlessness prevails on the mind causing a lack of hope, and recurring thoughts of death or suicide can often trouble .
Depression Symptoms: Physical
Depression is sometimes linked to physical symptoms. These include:
• tiredness, low energy and fatigue .
• sleeping very late in the night, early-morning waking and Insomnia.
• Excessive sleep for long hours
• Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not ease even with treatment
Depression can make other health problems feel worse, particularly chronic pain. Key brain chemicals influence both mood and pain. Treating depression has been shown to improve co-existing illnesses.
Depression Symptom:
Changes in appetite , sudden changes in the body weight are symptoms of depression. Increased appetite, or loss of appetite .sudden and serious unexplained weight loss or weight gain.
Serious effects on daily routine of life.
Depression can cause loss of careers, and strain relationships . Nothing seems good. there is a complete loss of interest in pleasure activities, including sex. In severe cases, depression can become life-threatening.
Suicide ideation can be sign of warning
Suicide ideation is common amongst the depressed. they often indulge in talking about death or suicide. they can get aggressive and threaten to hurt people. This can be serious . You can immediately call 09179383554 to speak to us If you ever think of or idealise suicide . We will help you overcome such negativity.
Doctors link the cause of depression to altered brain structure and chemical function. they are of the opinion that ,”Brain circuits that regulate mood may work less efficiently during depression.although it has not been conclusively proven in any validated research. yet the Medicines that treat depression are prescribed with the belief to improve communication between neurons , making them function normally. Experts also think that while traumas caused by the stress of life can trigger depression if and when one is biologically prone and vulnerable to develop the disorder. depression can also be caused by long term chronic disease , lack of vitamins ,some of the medications, alcohol or substance abuse, thyroid, PCOS, hormonal changes, or even the season.
Diagnosing Depression:There is no established lab test for depression. There are a few tests developed by psychologists , make an accurate diagnosis, where the psychologists/ doctors analyse a patient’s description of the symptoms over a period of past two to six months . These tests will refer to your medical history, your mood history, and discuss behaviors, and daily activities which will help reveal the severity and type of depression . The test can also reveal anxiety and stress to find out the most effective treatment for depression.
Therapy for Depression
It has been observed that various kind of talk therapy can fight mild to moderate depression. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps analyse and change thoughts and behaviors that contribute to depression. Interpersonal therapy identifies how your relationships impact your mood. Psychodynamic psychotherapy helps people understand how their behavior and mood are affected by unresolved issues and unconscious feelings. Some patients find a few months of therapy are all they need, while others continue long term.
Medications for Depression
Good follow-up with your doctor is importance. If the first medication tried doesn’t help, there’s a good chance another will. The combination of talk therapy and medication appears particularly effective.
The Role of Social Support
Because loneliness goes hand-in-hand with depression, developing a social support network can be an important part of treatment. This may include joining a support group, finding an online support community, or making a genuine effort to see friends and family more often. Even joining a book club or taking classes at your gym can help you connect with people on a regular basis.
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Another option for patients with treatment-resistant or severe melancholic depression is electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). This treatment uses electric charges to create a controlled seizure. Patients are not conscious for the procedure. ECT helps 80% to 90% of patients who receive it, giving new hope to those who don’t improve with medication.
Preksha meditation :The Perceptive Breathing Technique Helps Fight Major Depression
Preksha meditation -The Perceptive Breathing technique can bring down the stress hormones in the central nervous system.
Preksha meditation -The Perceptive breathing exercises help alleviate severe depression, as has been proved by the treatment of many patients by us who have long been under the treatment of medication administering medicines .
Most of our patients , had depression that had not responded to medication even after a long treatment .The beneficial treatment under Preksha meditation -shwas preksha -The Perceptive Breathing Technique conducted on a large group of patients , by us in our clinic reveal that :“a large number of patients not responding to the treatment of antidepressants and SSRIs , find the new technique of controlled breathing – under Preksha Meditation shwas preksha much more helpful -The Perceptive Breathing technique had in reality worked best for each person to treat their severe and chronic depression. Preksha meditation -The Perceptive Breathing Technique comes out as the short term but long lasting promising, lower-cost therapy and a , non-drug approach for patients suffering from severe depression. .”
Preksha meditation -The Perceptive Breathing Technique can be learnt over a series of sitting sessions of Preksha meditation -The Perceptive Breathing Technique in our clinic over a period of two to three months and the disease can be eliminated completely.
The technique involves a series of perceptive rhythmic breathing exercises designed to put the mind and body of the affected in a tranquil, calm , peaceful , purposeful and meditative state.
How can we help you: our regular daily sessions of preksha meditation , Kayotsarga ,counseling sessions/mental exercises at Mansik Pramarsh is a specialist conducted program for managing to overcome depression . Hundreds have benefited, it is your turn now. come and join .Call 09179383554 or email : mansikpramarsh@gmail.com.
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