Depression : Slow Killer of Human
"He just woke up this morning, speaking to nobody , i felt he wasn't himself. I mean before i could realize what the problem might be he had drove out of the compound. Just some hours later, i got a call from him, and when i reached out to get my phone from where it was in the living room i realized the voice speaking to me on the phone sounded different from his. my emotions couldn't hold itself, so many things ran through my mind, cause its so strange of my husband, Nathaniel . The caller busted it all when he told me my husband had jumped into the lagoon nearby. immediately i fell broken but my tears couldn't bring him back. was my mistake. I blame myself, i never thought my routine fights, verbal abuses with my gentle man could lead him to take his life. I only wanted him to get up and get s job."
this is the sad story of Mrs Linda Nathaniel whose continuous fights with her late husband lead him to him feeling depressed.
According to an online dictionary , "Depression" is defined as (psychology) In psychotherapy and psychiatry, a state of mind producing serious, long-term lowering of enjoyment of life or inability to visualize a happy future.
I used to suffer from depression, but now I'm mostly content with my life.
an incident happened sometimes in Lagos Nigeria where a medical doctor jumped into a lagoon and another one recently where a Nigerian DJ took his life all cause of depression.
Its high time we made the information of the dangers of this killer instinct known and know how best to avoid casualties .
CAUSES OF DEPRESSION
What Are the Main Causes of Depression?
There are a number of factors that may increase the chance
of depression , including the following:
Abuse. Past physical, sexual, or emotional abuse can
increase the vulnerability to clinical depression later in
life.
Certain medications. Some drugs, such as isotretinoin
(used to treat acne ), the antiviral drug interferon -
alpha, and corticosteroids, can increase your risk of
depression.
Conflict. Depression in someone who has the biological
vulnerability to develop depression may result from
personal conflicts or disputes with family members or
friends.
Death or a loss. Sadness or grief from the death or loss
of a loved one, though natural, may increase the risk of
depression.
Genetics. A family history of depression may increase the
risk. It's thought that depression is a complex trait,
meaning that there are probably many different genes
that each exert small effects, rather than a single gene
that contributes to disease risk. The genetics of
depression, like most psychiatric disorders, are not as
simple or straightforward as in purely genetic diseases
such as Huntington's chorea or cystic fibrosis .
Major events. Even good events such as starting a new
job, graduating, or getting married can lead to
depression. So can moving, losing a job or income, getting
divorced, or retiring. However, the syndrome of clinical
depression is never just a "normal" response to stressful
life events.
Other personal problems. Problems such as social isolation
due to other mental illnesses or being cast out of a
family or social group can contribute to the risk of
developing clinical depression.
Serious illnesses. Sometimes depression co-exists with a
major illness or may be triggered by another medical
condition.
Substance abuse . Nearly 30% of people with substance
abuse problems also have major or clinical depression.
Changes in the brain
Although there’s been a lot of research in this complex
area, there’s still much we don’t know. Depression is not
simply the result of a ‘chemical imbalance’, for example
because you have too much or not enough of a particular
brain chemical. It’s complicated, and there are multiple
causes of major depression. Factors such as genetic
vulnerability, severe life stressors, substances you may take
(some medications, drugs and alcohol) and medical
conditions can affect the way your brain regulates your
moods.
Most modern antidepressants have an effect on your
brain’s chemical transmitters (serotonin and noradrenaline), which relay messages between brain cells –
this is thought to be how medications work for more severe
depression. Psychological treatment can also help you to
regulate your moods.
Signs and Symptoms of Depression
Symptoms of Depression
Most of us feel sad, lonely, or depressed at times. It's a
normal reaction to loss, life's struggles, or injured self-
esteem. But when these feelings become overwhelming, cause
physical symptoms, and last for long periods of time, they
can keep you from leading a normal, active life.
That's when it's time to seek medical help.
Your regular doctor is a good place to start. They can test
you for depression and help manage your symptoms. If your
depression goes untreated, it may get worse and last for
months, even years. It can cause pain and possibly lead to
suicide, as it does for about 1 of every 10 people with
depression.
Recognizing the symptoms is key. Unfortunately, about half
the people who have depression never get it diagnosed or
treated.
Symptoms
They can include:
Trouble concentrating, remembering details, and making
decisions
Fatigue
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness
Pessimism and hopelessness
Insomnia , early-morning wakefulness, or sleeping too
much
Irritability
Restlessness
Loss of interest in things once pleasurable, including sex
Overeating, or appetite loss
Aches, pains, headaches , or cramps that won't go away
Digestive problems that don't get better, even with
treatment
Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings
Suicidal thoughts or attempts
Diagnosis
There isn't a " depression test" a doctor can use to see if you
have it, so figuring that out often starts with a thorough
history and physical exam .
Your doctor will want to know:
When your symptoms started
How long they've lasted
How severe they are
If depression or other mental illnesses run in your family
If you have a history of drug or alcohol abuse
You'll also be asked if you've had similar symptoms of
depression before, and if so, how it was treated.
Treatment
If your doctor rules out a physical cause for your symptoms,
he may start you on a treatment or refer you to a mental
health professional. This specialist will figure out the best
course of treatment. That may include medicines (such as
antidepressants ), a type of therapy called psychotherapy , or
both.
Lets join hands and fight this killer... Together we can.
this is the sad story of Mrs Linda Nathaniel whose continuous fights with her late husband lead him to him feeling depressed.
According to an online dictionary , "Depression" is defined as (psychology) In psychotherapy and psychiatry, a state of mind producing serious, long-term lowering of enjoyment of life or inability to visualize a happy future.
I used to suffer from depression, but now I'm mostly content with my life.
an incident happened sometimes in Lagos Nigeria where a medical doctor jumped into a lagoon and another one recently where a Nigerian DJ took his life all cause of depression.
Its high time we made the information of the dangers of this killer instinct known and know how best to avoid casualties .
CAUSES OF DEPRESSION
What Are the Main Causes of Depression?
There are a number of factors that may increase the chance
of depression , including the following:
Abuse. Past physical, sexual, or emotional abuse can
increase the vulnerability to clinical depression later in
life.
Certain medications. Some drugs, such as isotretinoin
(used to treat acne ), the antiviral drug interferon -
alpha, and corticosteroids, can increase your risk of
depression.
Conflict. Depression in someone who has the biological
vulnerability to develop depression may result from
personal conflicts or disputes with family members or
friends.
Death or a loss. Sadness or grief from the death or loss
of a loved one, though natural, may increase the risk of
depression.
Genetics. A family history of depression may increase the
risk. It's thought that depression is a complex trait,
meaning that there are probably many different genes
that each exert small effects, rather than a single gene
that contributes to disease risk. The genetics of
depression, like most psychiatric disorders, are not as
simple or straightforward as in purely genetic diseases
such as Huntington's chorea or cystic fibrosis .
Major events. Even good events such as starting a new
job, graduating, or getting married can lead to
depression. So can moving, losing a job or income, getting
divorced, or retiring. However, the syndrome of clinical
depression is never just a "normal" response to stressful
life events.
Other personal problems. Problems such as social isolation
due to other mental illnesses or being cast out of a
family or social group can contribute to the risk of
developing clinical depression.
Serious illnesses. Sometimes depression co-exists with a
major illness or may be triggered by another medical
condition.
Substance abuse . Nearly 30% of people with substance
abuse problems also have major or clinical depression.
Changes in the brain
Although there’s been a lot of research in this complex
area, there’s still much we don’t know. Depression is not
simply the result of a ‘chemical imbalance’, for example
because you have too much or not enough of a particular
brain chemical. It’s complicated, and there are multiple
causes of major depression. Factors such as genetic
vulnerability, severe life stressors, substances you may take
(some medications, drugs and alcohol) and medical
conditions can affect the way your brain regulates your
moods.
Most modern antidepressants have an effect on your
brain’s chemical transmitters (serotonin and noradrenaline), which relay messages between brain cells –
this is thought to be how medications work for more severe
depression. Psychological treatment can also help you to
regulate your moods.
Signs and Symptoms of Depression
Symptoms of Depression
Most of us feel sad, lonely, or depressed at times. It's a
normal reaction to loss, life's struggles, or injured self-
esteem. But when these feelings become overwhelming, cause
physical symptoms, and last for long periods of time, they
can keep you from leading a normal, active life.
That's when it's time to seek medical help.
Your regular doctor is a good place to start. They can test
you for depression and help manage your symptoms. If your
depression goes untreated, it may get worse and last for
months, even years. It can cause pain and possibly lead to
suicide, as it does for about 1 of every 10 people with
depression.
Recognizing the symptoms is key. Unfortunately, about half
the people who have depression never get it diagnosed or
treated.
Symptoms
They can include:
Trouble concentrating, remembering details, and making
decisions
Fatigue
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness
Pessimism and hopelessness
Insomnia , early-morning wakefulness, or sleeping too
much
Irritability
Restlessness
Loss of interest in things once pleasurable, including sex
Overeating, or appetite loss
Aches, pains, headaches , or cramps that won't go away
Digestive problems that don't get better, even with
treatment
Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings
Suicidal thoughts or attempts
Diagnosis
There isn't a " depression test" a doctor can use to see if you
have it, so figuring that out often starts with a thorough
history and physical exam .
Your doctor will want to know:
When your symptoms started
How long they've lasted
How severe they are
If depression or other mental illnesses run in your family
If you have a history of drug or alcohol abuse
You'll also be asked if you've had similar symptoms of
depression before, and if so, how it was treated.
Treatment
If your doctor rules out a physical cause for your symptoms,
he may start you on a treatment or refer you to a mental
health professional. This specialist will figure out the best
course of treatment. That may include medicines (such as
antidepressants ), a type of therapy called psychotherapy , or
both.
Lets join hands and fight this killer... Together we can.
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