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    Some of the key takeaways are that depression is a common and treatable medical condition that can have both emotional and physical symptoms. It can be triggered by stressful life events and genetics may play a role in risk.

    Common symptoms of depression include persistent sadness or lack of interest in activities, changes in appetite, insomnia, fatigue, pain, and feelings of worthlessness or guilt.

    Factors that can increase the risk of developing depression include family history of depression, stressful life events, personality traits, loneliness, and substance abuse.

    Living with Depression

    & Coping Strategies

    Presented by
    Ms. Natasha Fernandes
    Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
    Globally, more than 300
    million people of all ages
    suffer from depression.
    Depression : What is it?
    It's natural to feel down sometimes, but if that low
    mood lingers day after day, it could signal depression.

    Major depression is an episode of sadness or apathy


    along with other symptoms that lasts at least two
    consecutive weeks and is severe enough to interrupt
    daily activities.

    Depression is not a sign of weakness or a negative


    personality.

    It is a major public health problem and a


    treatable medical condition.
    Depression Symptoms: Emotional

    A sad mood and/or


    loss of interest in life.
    guilt
    Worthlessness
    Lack of hope,
    Recurring thoughts of death or suicide.
    Feeling Helpless.
    Feeling agitated, restless, or even violent.
    Low tolerance level
    Anger, irritability.
    Depression Symptoms: Physical
    Depression is sometimes linked to physical symptoms. These include:

    Fatigue and decreased energy


    Insomnia, especially early-morning waking
    Excessive sleep
    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: Appetite
    Changes in appetite or weight are another hallmark
    of depression. Some patients develop increased
    appetite, while others lose their appetite
    altogether.

    Depressed people may experience serious weight


    loss or weight gain.
    Depression: Who's at Risk?
    Anyone can become depressed, but many experts believe
    genetics play a role. Having a parent or sibling with
    depression increases your risk of developing the disorder.
    Women are twice as likely as men to become depressed.
    Causes of Depression
    Some of the potential triggers of depression :

    Stressful events
    Personality
    Family history (Genetics)
    Giving birth
    Loneliness
    Alcohol and drugs
    Illness
    Millions of people with
    depression suffer needlessly because
    they don't get/seek professional help
    that starts with a doctor's /mental
    health care specialist’s diagnosis.
    Types of Depression
    Major Depression

    Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)

    Bipolar Disorder (Manic Depression)

    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

    Peripartum (Postpartum) Depression


    Depression & Suicide
    A staggering 75% to 80% of all people who commit suicide in are
    men.

    Though more women attempt suicide, more men complete the


    act of actually ending their lives.

    Verbal & Behavioral Clues


    • Children & Adolescents
    • Adults ( Men & Women)
    • Geriatric (Elderly)
    Diagnosis of Depression

    Physical Examination : ( Vitals)

    Lab Tests

    Other Testing Methods

    Depression Screening Tests


    Treatment Choices for Depression
    Medical Treatments for Depression
    Anti Depressants
    ECT ( Electroconvulsive Therapy)

    Psychological treatments for Depression


    Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)
    Interpersonal therapy (IPT)
    Behaviour therapy
    Psychotherapy

    Alternative treatments for Depression


    Access Consciousness Bars®
    Bowen Therapy
    Bach Flower Remedy
    Coping Strategies for Depression
    The things that help the most are the things that are the most
    difficult to do.

    Reach out and stay connected


    Do things that make you feel good
    Exercise & Fitness
    Nutrition
    Exposure to Sunlight
    Challenge negative thinking
    Sleep patterns
    5 Minute Technique for Relieving Stress
    Questions ??
    Don’t believe in things you tell yourself
    when you are SAD or Alone.

    Question Everything

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