‘Nothing feels good, the mind is not good - such words are heard in the mouths of many people. We get upset under the pressure of various events in our daily life. There can be any physical, mental or financial problems. Such a state of mind is called depression. It is not possible to get over it in a hurry. However, if you can adapt to the situation, you will have to suffer for a long time. As a result, life becomes stagnant and daily activities are disrupted. Depression is a mental illness that can take a toll on a person's life.
Who is
About 10-20 percent of the total population of any country suffers from depression. Twice as many girls suffer from this disease as men.
People over the age of 65 suffer more from this disease than others.
Unemployed people, poor family members, poor people and drug addicts are more prone to this disease.
Because
Although the exact cause of depression is unknown, various causes of depression have been reported. It is discussed below-
Genetic factors: Genetic factors are the main ones. If there is this problem in the close relatives of the family, this disease can occur.
Biochemical causes: Deficiency of serotonin and noradrenaline in the brain and uncontrolled growth of uncontrolled cortisol hormone are considered as the chemical basis of depression.
Personality: Anxiety, anxious people, seeing too little, getting addicted - all these problems increase depression.
Depression and Neglect: Depression is more prevalent in children who grow up in parental affection and family quarrels.
Diseases and Medications: Some neurological and hormonal disorders and some medications such as steroids and birth control pills can affect the brain and increase depression.
Others: Insomnia during pregnancy and for many days can also increase depression. Depression is also caused by marital unhappiness, workplace problems, loneliness, etc.
Symptoms:
Depression, anxiety, and lack of joy are the main symptoms of depression.
However, with it, guilt, pessimism, suicidal thoughts, lack of self-esteem, loss of appetite, insomnia, fatigue, weight change, slow work, etc.
Unrest in the mind, unnecessary anguish, anxiety and feeling empty in the mind, negative attitude, frustration in everything, thinking that there is no future for oneself.
Lack of voice, body and headaches, loss of interest in sex.
Drinking alcohol, getting involved in drugs.
Inattentive, digestive problems, loneliness, showing excessive anger.
Children may be upset, cry constantly, do not want to go to school if there is a problem, stay away from friends or relatives, worry about death, insomnia, inattention to studies, poor results, change in appetite, change in weight, etc.
If the above problems persist for more than 2 weeks, it is identified as a major depression problem. If a small number of these symptoms are present, it is considered a minor depression. This minor depression later turned into a major. Depression is more common in men and women aged 18-45. However, the tendency to commit suicide is more observed in men and the elderly.
Treatment:
If depression occurs, consult a psychiatrist. In this case, the homeopathic doctor can also play a good role.
If there are personal, family and social causes of depression, it needs to be addressed.
Psychotherapy can eliminate negative thoughts about the patient's life and disease.
Anti-depressant medications can be taken in certain doses.
Things to do
Remember, there must be ups and downs in life. These are a part of life. So you have to overcome depression. The mind needs to be energized.
The patient's family and friends should be sympathetic to the patient.
The patient cannot be ridiculed or neglected.
If there are any symptoms of depression, it should be explained humanely. We have to show humane attitude towards him.
Must love life. We have to develop the mentality of adapting ourselves to all situations of life.
Always eating nutritious food, getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, laughing, living a worry-free life, walking, etc. can reduce the level of depression.
Controlling anger, spending time with family, acknowledging failure, practicing culture, etc. can keep depression at bay.
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