Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental problems today. It is not just a state of unhappiness or sadness. It is truly a disease. The cause seems to be related to an increase in chemicals that send signals to the brain. If the family has a history of depression, alcoholism or suicide, it increases the risk of developing it. Chronic pain, chronic pain, migraine headaches and high emotional stress can also increase the risk.
Depression is often referred to as other people, but it is difficult to remember ourselves. It can be seen in many physical and emotional ways:
Loss of appetite
Excessive food
Unable to sleep
Excessive sleep
Fatigue unrelated to physical labor
Restlessness or irritability
Slow action or speech
Depressed or shunned by others
Lack of interest in things that used to be fun
Difficulty thinking deeply, poor memory, difficulty making decisions
The thought of hurting or committing suicide, or the thought that there is no value in living
Low self-esteem
Remedy for depression includes medications and psychotherapy. Remedies alleviate suffering and can improve the ability to work during times of depression. Therapy helps to provide emotional support and to understand the things that can cause depression.
Home Care
Ongoing care and support helps to manage this disease. Find a health care provider or therapist that fits your needs. Seek help if you feel you are going to get sick.
Be good to yourself Make sure you do the things you enjoy (gardening, nature walks, watching movies, etc.). Reward yourself for small successes.
Take care of your physical body. Eat a balanced diet (low in saturated fat and high in fruits and vegetables). Exercise at least 3 times a week for 30 minutes. Even light and moderate exercises (such as brisk walking) can improve your mood.
Avoid alcohol, which can aggravate depression.
Take medicines as prescribed.
Tell everyone taking care of your health about the prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins and supplements you are taking. Some supplements react with medications and can result in harmful side effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have any questions about the interaction of drugs.
Talk to your family and trusted friends about your thoughts. Please ask them to help you identify changes in your behavior in advance so that you can seek help, and if necessary adjust the medication.
Follow-up care
Return to your healthcare provider, as advised.
There is an attitude of wanting to commit suicide, a suicide plan and ways to carry out the plan
Difficulty breathing
Extreme anxiety
Tired or difficult to wake up
Died or fainted
There is worsening chest pain, lasting or spreading to your shoulders, arms, neck, jaw and back
When to seek medical advice
Call your healthcare provider right away if any of these occur:
Feeling very depressed, afraid, apprehensive or angry with yourself or others
Unable to control the feeling
Feel that you can hurt yourself or someone else
Hears voices that others cannot hear
Seeing things that others do not see
Unable to sleep or eat for 3 consecutive days
Family and friends show concern for your behavior and advise you to seek help
