Category : Clinical Psychology
Depression is a mood disorder that affects a person’s daily life and activities. It is fairly common and seen in approximately 8-10% of the population. Depression is more than a constant state of sadness or feeling ‘blue’.
Symptoms
- Loss of interest- no longer finding pleasure in activities
- Feeling tired easily
- Multiple pains and aches
- Frequent headache
- Disturbance in sleep patterns
- Decreased appetite
Depression may interfere with the person’s daily activities as it may cause difficulty concentrating on or completing tasks. In severe cases, it may also cause a person to feel hopeless about one’s future, have negative thoughts about self and the world, which may progress to the person having thoughts of ending one’s life.
Causes
- Low level of serotonin neurotransmitter in the brain, which functions to regulate mood and energy levels in an individual
- Having other medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease or any other chronic illness also increases a person’s risk of developing depression.
- Suffering from recent or chronic life stress
- Isolation and lack of support from friends and family can also cause depression
Treatment
- Antidepressant medication
- Psychotherapy
- self help measures like regular exercise and proper diet
- Lifestyle changes
Department of Psychiatry at JSS hospital is serving a population in and around Mysore for more than 30 years. Now it is strengthened with a well-established clinical psychology department and Psychiatry social work department. Under the same roof, there is holistic care for people who are in need of any mental health problem.
Visit JSS Hospital for any assistance, depression is curable if spoken and we are here to listen to you