Talk therapy and medical treatment are the two main forms of treatment that are effective in curing depression. Talk therapy will treat health problems. Visit the doctor as you see symptoms of depression it will be good for you. A specific time is needed to treat depression. Situations such as a person losing a job, or a breakup in a relationship can cause depression in an individual.

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TYPES OF DISORDERS: 

List of the various types of disorders that the American Psychiatric Association's DSM-5 manual describes:

• Clinical depression (major depressive disorder): 

People with this condition feel sad for at least two weeks. Symptoms like trouble sleeping, losing interest in things you used to enjoy, and changing the way you eat. Symptoms of a widespread illness.

• Persistent depressive disorder (PDD):

A condition that remains for at least two years. A condition that ranges in severity from mild to moderate. Symptoms are less severe than in clinical depression.

• Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD): 

Observation of irritation and wrath that persist over time in children. At the age of ten, symptoms are easily seen.

• Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD): 

Diagnosis is done because it has the ability to see symptoms such as irritability, anxiety, depression, and premenstrual syndrome. In a matter of days after the beginning of the period, the symptoms begin to improve. The symptoms are very serious and will affect your life.

• Depression caused by another medical condition: 

There are a lot of different health problems that can make people feel sad. Hypothyroidism, heart disease, Parkinson's disease, and cancer are some chronic diseases. Treatment of fundamental diseases and depression will occur at the same time.

Types of major depressive disorder:

• Seasonal affective disorder (seasonal depression): 

It is present in the winter, while it is absent in summer.

• Prenatal and postpartum depression: 

A person who is pregnant and depressed is said to be suffering from prenatal depression. A mother may start to feel the effects of postpartum depression within the first four weeks after delivery.

• Atypical depression: 

The symptoms are not the same as those associated with regular depression. The most significant distinction is a fleeting improvement in mood as a result of happy experiences. In addition to this, patients may experience an increase in hunger and a heightened sensitivity to rejection.

Depression, mania, and hypomania are symptoms that can be noticed in people who have bipolar disorder.

Who is more susceptible to depression?

Anyone of any age, including children and adults, is susceptible to developing the condition. Women are more affected than men. Below is a list of conditions in which depression increases:

• Alzheimer disease
• Parkinson’s disease
• Stroke
• Multiple sclerosis
• Epilepsy
• Cancer
• Macular degeneration
• Chronic pain

CAUSES OF DEPRESSION:

Nobody knows how it is happening to people. There are some other reasons:

• Biological differences: 

Changes in people’s brain will help in finding the cause even if we do not know.

• Brain chemistry: 

Neurotransmitters play an important role in depression. As per research, change in function, may have a vital role in the development of depression.

• Hormones: 

Depression is due to a change in the hormone level. Alterations in hormone levels that occur during pregnancy and immediately after giving birth to child. Hormonal shifts can be caused by a variety of illnesses, including issues with the thyroid, menopause, and others.

• Inherited traits: 

If one person in the family has the disorder then others also will affect from the disorder.

Depression can increase if:

Depression typically manifests itself in people between the ages of 20 and 30. Women are more affected than men.

• Pessimist, low self-esteem, dependent
• Trauma, sexual abuse, death, poor relationships, financial problems
• Suicide, bipolar disorder, and alcohol consumption
• Lesbian, gay, transgender, bisexual, unsupported change in gender
• PTSD, anxiety
• Drug abuse

SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION:

One episode of depression is possible during the course of a lifetime. Nonetheless, many individuals are aware of it. It appears practically every day and may be composed of the following:

• Sad, empty, hopeless
• Anger, irritation
• Lack of interest in social activities
• Sleep problems
• Tiredness
• Loss of appetite, weight loss, or weight gain
• Anxiety
• Slow think, walk, talk
• Guilty, self-blame
• Lack of concentration
• Lack of decision-making ability
• Short-term memory loss
• Suicidal thoughts

Symptoms of depression seen in children and teenagers:

Yet, there is a little distinction between the symptoms that are present in children and in adults.

• In younger children: 

Feeling down, irritated, worried, achy, not going to school, and being underweight are all symptoms of this condition.

• In teenagers: 

Negativity, rage, poor academics, drug misuse, excessive sleep and eating, lack of social activities are symptoms of depression. Sadness, annoyance, and negativity are also common.

Symptoms of depression in older adults:

If the symptoms aren't found and treated, they will keep showing up in later years.

• Change in personality, memory problems
• Physical pain
• Tired, lack of hunger, sleep problems
• Want to stay home
• Suicidal thoughts

THERAPY FOR DEPRESSION:

DIAGNOSIS OF DEPRESSION:

Professionals in the medical field look at the signs of depression to come up with a diagnosis. Understands the past and mental health of a person. The diagnosis will begin with the doctor doing some tests, including the following:

• Physical test: 

The doctor will inquire about your health. There are underlying medical conditions that could be the cause of depression.

• Lab tests: 

If you want to know what's causing depression, doing a blood test or checking your thyroid could help.

• Mental health: 

A psychiatrist will ask you about your thoughts, feelings, and actions. The doctor will give a form.

• The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition: 

DSM-5 which the American Psychiatric Association produces, serves as a criteria tool.

TREATMENT OF DEPRESSION:

Depression can be treated with a combination of different medications and different types of talk therapy. The doctor will give you medicines to reduce the symptoms of depression.

There are various antidepressants that are available; some of them are as follows:

SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors): Less side effects than other antidepressants. Examples: escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline, etc.

Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors: Examples: duloxetine, desvenlafaxine, etc.

Atypical antidepressants: These drugs do not fit into other groups. Examples: bupropion, mirtazapine, etc.

Tricyclic antidepressants, such as imipramine, nortriptyline, and amitriptyline, have more side effects than newer drugs. Less is prescribed and given after you have used an SSRI.

When other medications fail, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as

tranylcypromine, phenelzine, and isocarboxazid are prescribed. They cause serious side effects. A strict diet should be maintained when using MAOIs, as they have interactions with food. Food examples like cheese, pickles, and wine. Use of a selegiline patch, which shows fewer side effects. Combination with an SSRI is not possible.

Other medicines: If an antidepressant is combined with another drug, its effect on curing depression will be increased. Mood stabilisers or antipsychotics with antidepressants Anti-anxiety and stimulant drugs can be added for short-term use.

Psychotherapy: A talk with a mental health therapist Helps to find and change behaviours, emotions, and thoughts. CBT is a common type of psychotherapy.

Brain stimulation therapy: Helps people suffering from severe depression. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), trans cranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) are a few examples.

Complementary medicine: Acupuncture, massage, and hypnosis are some of the therapies in this category.

Lifestyle changes:

• Daily exercise
• Good sleep
• Eat healthy
• Stop alcohol consumption.
• Spend time with family and friends.