What are the symptoms of depression?
Depression symptoms are likely to include:
Symptoms can vary; for example, while some people find they lose their appetite, others start overeating. You might find you’re struggling to sleep or spend increasing amounts of time asleep.
If you’ve experienced these symptoms for two weeks or more, you could have depression. However, it’s important to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms, such as hypothyroidism, nutrient deficiencies, etc.
An imbalance in neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin is a likely cause of depression.
Struggle to manage stress
Genetics in some individuals
Environmental factors : such as Violence ,Poverty, neglect , abuse
Depression is a common problem and can affect anyone at any stage in life, but many people experience their first bout during their teens or twenties.
How is depression treated?
Addressing imbalances in your brain chemistry could make a significant difference in your recovery from depression. To achieve this, you might receive a prescription for antidepressant medication. There are many different sorts of antidepressants, and you may need to try several before finding the most effective for you.
You might feel some improvement in your symptoms within the first few weeks of starting a course of antidepressants, but you might not see the full benefits for several months. If you feel no better, you may need a dose adjustment, addition of another medication, or a new medication altogether.
You need to continue taking your medication for at least six months after your symptoms improve to prevent any relapse. In some cases, people who are vulnerable to depression need to continue taking antidepressants longer term.
Psychotherapy or CBT is an invaluable tool in treating depression successfully. Sri Siri Health care provides several types of therapy, depending on what might be most helpful in your case.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that focuses on how you can solve problems you encounter day to day . CBT helps you to recognize distortions in your thinking, and modify your emotional and behavioural reactions accordingly. Psychotherapy can also help you deal with any underlying causes of your depression.
If you have any symptoms of depression mentioned above, don’t try and struggle on alone, we are here to help you. Call Sri Siri Health Care today, or book an appointment online.