What are the Depression Symptoms, Causes and Treatment?

There are 6 Types of Depression.

1. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
2. Dysthymia
3. Bipolar Disorder
4. Psychotic Depression
5. Postpartum Depression
6. Seasonal Affective Disorder

Things that cause depression.

Mood Changes

One suffering from depression goes through various episodes of

• Constantly Feeling Sad
• Angry
• Guilty
• Hopelessness
• Pain
• Fatigue
• Weakness.

Behavioral Changes

Behavioral changes include

• Social withdrawal
• Lack of energy
• Loss\gain of appetite
• Feelings of demotivation
• Changes in sleep patterns
• Poor concentration

Thought Pattern

One’s thoughts are most affected by depression.

• Poor elf-esteem
• loss of interest
• Feeling suicidal

"Depression is a medical condition that causes mood and behavioral changes and changes one’s thought pattern."

Depression is the most commonly heard concept in today’s world though we only know little about it. Depression can affect your low mood cycle continuously over a long time, affecting both mental and physical health.

5 Best ways to fight Depression.

1. Through medication
2. Through therapy
3. Meditation
4. Acupuncture and pressure points
5. Exercise

The best way to help your friend to fight depression is to use therapy.

• One can try therapy by consulting a trained therapist or psychiatrist.
• One talks to identify and try to cope\cure their condition.
• It is the most effective and popular treatment for depression in today’s world.
• It can be used alongside medication treatment to help get better.
• There are different types of therapy and one can find which suits best.