Living With Depression
Depression is a complex mood disorder and is not just unhappiness. It involves a persistent sad mood, loss of interest, and other symptoms that can affect people of all ages.
Types of depression include major depression, seasonal affective disorder, postpartum depression, and dysthymia.
While common in women, suicide rates are higher for men suffering from depression
Symptoms involve emotional, physical, cognitive, and behavioral changes like sadness, sleep issues, concentration problems, irritability, and thoughts of suicide.
Causes are multifactorial including genetics, personality, stress, brain chemistry changes, hormones, and illness.
Diagnoses involves asking about symptoms, history, and functioning, There are not definitive lab tests.
Treatments include medications, psychotherapy, psychoeducation, brain stimulation therapies, and self-help groups. Lifelong management is often needed.
Alcohol and drugs worsen depression. Recurrence risk after an episode is 50% after the first and 80% after the second.
Early relapse prevention is important. Depression can be managed effectively through combined treatment and a healthy lifestyle.
Anxiety
Anxiety is more than normal worry or nervousness, It involves excessive, persistent fear and worry that interferes with daily life.
Anxiety disorders include generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, specific phobias, panic disorder, OCD, and PTSD.
It is more prevalent in women than men and can affect any age group.
Symptoms involve emotional (fear, panic), physical (fast heart rate, dizziness), cognitive (constant worrying, trouble concentrating), and behavioral (avoidance, nervous habits) changes.
Causes include genetics, brain chemistry, personality traits, trauma, stress, and medical factors.
Diagnosis involves asking about symptoms, history, thoughts, behaviors, and their impact on functioning. There are no definitive lab tests.
Treatments include medications, psychotherapy like CBT, psychoeducation, relaxation techniques, exposure therapy, and support groups.
Drugs and alcohol often worsen anxiety. Risk of recurrence after an episode is high without proper management.
Prevention of relapse is crucial. Anxiety can be effectively managed through combined treatment and lifestyle changes.
In summary, anxiety disorders are serious medical conditions that require comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment, and ongoing management just like depression. Early intervention and support can help prevent the worsening of anxiety.
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