Depression
This page on HealthMBA.com is about depression. It provides information on the symptoms, causes and treatment of depression.
Depression
Depression is a serious illness that affects millions of Americans each year. It is a very common disease, but one that is largely misunderstood. Even though treatment may be difficult, it is possible. Understanding the symptoms of depression, why you are experiencing them and seeking the help of a doctor are all crucial in the recovery of depression.
Symptoms of depression
There are literally hundreds of symptoms that can be linked with depression. Everyone with this disease will not experience the same symptoms and the severity of them will differ from person to person as well. Below is a list of general symptoms of depression. If you find yourself experiencing any of these symptoms for 2 weeks or longer, you should consult a physician immediately.
- You feel miserable or sad a majority of the time.
- You feel exhausted and have no energy.
- You lose interest in things you once loved.
- You feel anxious, nervous or tense.
- You don’t want to be around people, even close friends and family.
- You feel like a failure or feel guilty a lot of the time.
- You feel as if your life is no longer worth living.
- You feel angry and find yourself getting upset over little things.
- You have low confidence, self-esteem and self worth.
- You feel as if you are a burden to others.
Causes of depression
While there are dozen of contributors to depression, there are three main causes of this disease.
1. Depression is caused by a neurochemical or hormonal imbalance.
2. Depression is caused by certain styles or ways of thinking.
3. Depression is a result of unfortunate or disturbing experiences.
Treatment of depression
Treatment of this disease will be different for each person. But for everyone, the first step in treatment of depression will be realizing that you have a problem. Consult with your physician immediately so you can explore treatment options that will be suited to fit your individual needs.
