Introduction
In this era of rapid development everybody is struggling to improve their standard of living. Everyone have some targets to achieve, expectations to fulfill and dreams to complete but not every time can achieve what we desire. Have you ever felt like lost or completely hopeless? Nothing is going right and frustration due to your own expectations? Well, we all undergo such a phases in life but problem is when despite trying hard we are unable to get over it. There is possibility you might suffering from the serious mental disorder called “Depression”.
Unlike mood swings, it is kind of mood disorder which involves persistent feeling of sadness along with loss of interest in things. Such condition occurs when there is large gap between current situation of the person and his ideal expected state. In this case person feels emotionally void and prefers to be socially isolated. An uncontrolled battle between negative and positive thoughts appears where negativity starts capturing mind slowly.
Causes of depression
There is no single reason to cause depression but it may trigger from various biological, environmental, social and personal factors like failed relationship, loss of job, medication etc. Causes of depression may vary from person to person. Some of the main causes are following.
1. Biological Factors
1. Genetics
According to the research genetics has some link with depression. If any of your parents or close relative is suffering from depression then you will be at high risk to undergo the same situation. It does not mean one will definitely face it as it still depends on various external as well as personal factors.
2. Hormonal imbalance
Hormonal imbalance also has some influence over depression. Women are more likely to face depression due to hormonal changes during menstrual cycle, menopause, pregnancy and post child birth. Men with low testosterone levels are also prone to depression.
3. Medical factors
1. Chronic illness
Chronic illnesses are type of diseases which lasts for longer time and cannot be cured completely. The example of it includes diabetes, multiple sclerosis, heart disease, Kidney diseases and HIV-AIDs. Thought few of these diseases can be controlled with proper diet, exercise and certain medication but it may also lead to depression in patient due to metal and emotional exhaust. Apart from this people with thyroid are also at high risk to face depression
2. Certain medication
Regular consumption of few medicines like Accutane, Corticosteroids, benzodiazepines, statins, Beta-blockers etc. can also show the symptoms of depression in patient. Some of these medicines are known for causing changes in mood which can further lead to depression.
3. Social Factors
1. Unpleasant events
Some major events like death or loss of beloved one, loss of job, divorce or failed relationship also improves the chances of depression in person. Such events bring stressful circumstances in life and the feelings of grief affect the person badly which can make person depressed.
2. Physical or sexual abuse
Any kind of physical, emotional or sexual abuse can trigger depression in person of any age. As per studies, Child who has faced serious trauma during early years of childhood may experience a serious mental and physical illness later in life.
3. Conflict
Having some serious dispute with partner, boss or colleagues can also be cause of depression in person. Such a conflicts at home, school or workplace creates stressful situations which can be a reason of depression. Kids those are bullied at home or school are at high risk to get depressed under such circumstances.
4. Poverty
You may wonder how? But Poverty is indirectly linked with depression. Money can be a major reason of stress in life and people under poverty faces conditions like lack of financial support, scarcity of necessary sources and disrespect in society. These factors can affect the mental health of person seriously and they tend to depressed.
4. Personal factors
1. Unrealistic expectations
Sometimes people keep high ideals and unrealistic goals in life and when they fail to meet, it becomes a reason of disappointment in life. Feeling of disappointment can be a serious reason of depression at any stage of life.
2. Lack of self esteem
Not having enough self love make you vulnerable to the various external factors like criticism, conflict, shortcoming etc. You start blaming yourself for every mistake and in this way person starts to develop feeling of depression.
Signs and symptoms of depression
The symptoms of depression can last for several weeks, months, or even years. Different people would have different symptoms according to their respective situations but following are some of the major symptoms of depression.
1. Unexpected mood swings
2. Loss of interest in daily activities and pleasure
3. Isolation from social life
4. Feeling worthless and vulnerable
5. Excess or lack of sleep
6. Feeling of restlessness
7. Difficulty in concentration and decision making
8. Irritation at over small things
9. Feeling of loss of energy
10. Reckless behavior
How to deal with it
There are many possible ways you can deal with the situation. But rather than picking any unhealthy way we suggest to go for a practical solution which can prove helpful to come out of situation. Here we have mentioned some practically proven ways to get rid of depression
1. Meditation
Practicing meditation daily can be a proven therapy if you are undergoing any mental trauma like depression. It helps you to know yourself better. In this way one can deal with negative thoughts and feelings to recover from depression. Try to focus on great accomplishments, pleasant events in life and attract positivity.
2. Keep yourself busy
As it is said “Empty mind is demon’s house” generally when we are free, our mind keep thinking about countless things and not all thoughts are positive. The best way to discard all negative thoughts is to keep your mind busy in something. One can pick a new hobby, spend some time with friends or children or join a club to keep you engaged in something worth.
3. Take enough sleep
Enough sleep not only refreshes our body but also mind. Insomnia and reduced appetite are major symptoms of depression. Good amount of sleep of at least eight hours will help you to heal you mind
4. Talk to right person
Here I have used the word ‘Right person’. Yes, it is very important to share your feelings and emotions to someone who can understand you and help you to come out of situation. But be careful to whom you are open up, not everyone can give you a proper attention and not everyone has same level of understanding.
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