DEPRESSION

Krushna M. Adhav
BE17S03F001(TE-EEP)
 DEPRESSION
 What is depression?
 Symptoms of depression.
 Types of depression.
 Causes of depression
 Management of depression
 WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

• Depression is a "whole-body" illness, involving your body,

mood, and thoughts. It affects the way you eat and sleep, th
e way you feel about yourself, and the way you think about
things.
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

• Changes in Thinking
• Changes in feeling
• Changes in Behavior
• Changes in Physical Well-being
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

• Changes in Thinking
1-you may experience problems with concentrati
on and decision making.
2-Some people report difficulty with short term
memory.
3-some may forget things all the time.
4-Negative thoughts and thinking are characteris
tic of depression.
5-Pessimism
6-Poor self-esteem, excessive guilt and self-critic
ism are all common.
7-Some people have self-destructive thoughts dur
ing a more serious depression.
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

• Change in feeling

1-You may feel sad for no reason at all.

2-No longer enjoy activities that were found pleasurable.
3- Might lack motivation, and become more apathetic.
4- May feel "slowed down" and tired all the time.
5-Sometimes irritability is a problem.
6- Difficulty in controlling your temper.
7-In the extreme, depression is characterized by feelings of h
elplessness and hopelessness.
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

• Changes in Behavior

1-Some people do not feel comfortable with others

2-Social withdrawal is common.
3- Some have experience of a dramatic change in ap
petite, either eating more or less.
4-Some people complain about everything, and act o
ut their anger with temper outbursts.
5- Sexual desire may disappear, resulting in lack of s
exual activity.
6- In the extreme, people may neglect their personal
appearance, even neglecting basic hygiene.
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION:

• Changes in Physical Well-being

1-Chronic fatigue
2-Spending more time sleeping, is common.
3-Some people can't sleep, or don't sleep soundly.
4-These individuals lay awake for hours, or awaken many t
imes during the night, and stare at the ceiling.
5-Others sleep many hours, even most of the day, although
they still feel tired.
6- Many people lose their appetite, feel slowed down by de
pression, and complain of many aches and pains.
 SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION:

• Sad, empty mood • Decreased concentration

• Anxious • Diminished memory
• Hopelessness • Change in sleeping patterns
• Feeling worthless or helpless • Change in appetite
• Loss of interest in things you once • Weight loss/gain
had interest in • Suicidal or morbid thoughts
• Low sex drive • Easily irritated
• Decreased energy • Digestive disorders
• Headaches
 CAUSES OF DEPRESSION

• Chemical imbalances in the brain

• Run in families
• Low self-esteem
• Environmental factors
• Individual factors
 DIAGNOSES FOR DEPRESSION

• determined by:

1. the intensity of the symptoms.

2. the duration of the symptoms.
3. the specific cause of the symptoms, if that is k
nown.
 TYPES OF DEPRESSION

• Major depression
• Dysthmic disorder
• Unspecified depression
• Adjustment disorder, with depression
• Bipolar depression
 HOW TO HELP YOURSELF IF YO
•
U ARE DEPRESSED
Set realistic goals in light of the depression and assume a reasonable amount
of responsibility.
• Break large tasks into small ones, set some priorities, and do what you can as y
ou can.
• Try to be with other people and to confide in someone; it is usually better than
being alone and secretive.
• Participate in activities that may make you feel better.
• Mild exercise, going to a movie, a ballgame, or participating in religious, social
, or other activities may help.
• Expect your mood to improve gradually, not immediately. Feeling better takes
time.
• It is advisable to postpone important decisions until the depression has lifted. B
efore deciding to make a significant transition—change jobs, get married or di
vorced—discuss it with others who know you well and have a more objective
view of your situation.
• People rarely "snap out of" a depression. But they can feel a little better day-b
y-day.
• Remember, positive thinking will replace the negative thinking that is part of th
e depression and will disappear as your depression responds to treatment.
• Let your family and friends help you.
THANK YOU