Today I want to talk about something that is serious. It does affect many people. Yes many people fall victim to it. You or someone you know may suffer from it. Depression. So let us start with what exactly is depression? For those suffering from it is awful. Hopelessness helplessness, lost interest in everything like your favorite hobbies or activities. As a result you can start losing weight, sleeping patterns change. Cant concentrate and the sufferer may be thinking of death or suicide a lot. Yes that is how serious it is. Do remember these are just a few symptoms of depression.
It is normal in life to have sadness when you lose someone or you went through a setback or a series of setbacks. But these are relatively short term feelings while on the other side depression is long term. Depression does have a great impact on you. Yes it does affect life in disturbing way
Feelings of sadness can be normal, appropriate and even necessary during life's setbacks or losses. Or you may feel blue or unhappy for short periods without reason or warning, which is also normal and ordinary to deal with. But if feelings like these persist or impair your daily life, you may have a depressive disorder. Severity, duration and the presence of other symptoms are factors that distinguish ordinary sadness from a depressive disorder.
Depression can affect your body and mind. Certain illnesses may contribute to depression. Diabetes, stroke or a heart attack. Other factors that may contribute to depression is pain that is left untreated and is left untreated. To name a few. But according to research if you suffer from depression you may develop health issues like osteoporosis or coronary heart disease.
But with all this, there is good news. It can be treated and should be treated. Yes many who suffered from it. Have fully recovered. Unfortunately there is still a stigma associated with depression. For reasons unknown to me as there is so many suffering from it. Battling alone. But the truth is anyone can suffer from depression. There is no preference in age race and more. So if you are someone you know and love suffers from depression. Remember it is treatable and it is a very serious disorder to have. It deserves to be treated so that your life can be lived fully.
Treatment
If depression is left untreated it is devastating. The sad thing is most who suffer from depression doesn't look for help. As one of the symptoms is helplessness they believe nothing can help them overcome this condition. Or worse they feel guilty.
When it is treated properly and correctly. It can be very beneficial as life becomes productive again. It is a wise choice to reach out and look for proper help as depression interferes with daily life. Work relationships and family relationships suffer. It is very important to know if it is mild depression or severe depression.
Please see a health professional to see what treatment is correct for you. There is certain types of medication. Counselling may be an another option to help you recover. But remember that honesty is the key factor to recover fully.
Ask yourself
How do you know when you suffer from depression? Ask yourself these questions and answer honestly.
- Do you feel your life is affected? Does it interfere with work, health, relationships and your personal life?
- Do you feel more unhappy than usual? What about less confident? You don't feel like you are in control of yourself anymore? For longer periods of time like a few weeks or more?
- Have those who are close to you told you about changes in your personality or behavior? Your close friends family and those you trust will notice these changes.
- Did you try to deal with it or cope with these feelings but failed? Despite your best efforts you couldn't change or improve the situation?
- Does every day troubles and problems feel like it is a huge struggle for you. More than usually would?
- Last but very important. Do you have thoughts about suicide?
If you answered yes to any of these questions. Please see a health care professional. Be open and honest. It can be managed. It is treatable. Do not suffer and battle through it alone.
Last thoughts
If you or someone you know suffer from depression. Then please remember this.
Depression does affect your health your happiness and your joy. It is wise to seek help. There is no shame in suffering from depression. No one should suffer in silence.
Please see a health care professional. Ask for help. But remember to be treated effectively you have to be honest. Don't suffer alone.
There is so many who care and wish you the goodness in life. You deserve a life filled with joy and happiness. But you have to ask for help. It can be managed and treated.
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