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I'm doing a research paper on depression. there are few sites drug.com & rxlist.com where u can find out disease related or generic related answers to ur query What are the symptoms? As with many mental health problems, there are a number of symptoms of depression and it's very rare for all of them to occur in one person. They include feeling generally miserable, as well as: * Variation of mood during the day. It's often worse in the morning, improving as the day goes on - but the pattern can be the other way around. * Disturbed sleep, usually waking early and being unable to get back to sleep. This is often because of the negative thoughts racing through their heads. * A general slowing down of thought, speech and movement. * Feelings of anxiety. * Tearfulness for no reason. * Short temper. * Lack of energy and constant exhaustion. * Inability to enjoy things. * Lack of concentration. * Difficulty making decisions. * Feeling that you're forgetful. * Negative thoughts about the future. * Feelings of guilt. * Loss of identity. * Blaming self and low self-esteem. * Feelings of hopelessness and despair. * Unrealistic sense of failure. * Loneliness, even when around others. * Becoming preoccupied with illness. * Loss of appetite and resulting loss of weight. * Reduced desire for sex. This presents a very bleak picture. However, it's important to remember that depression isn't an absolute - it's not simply a case of either you're depressed or you're not. There's a progression from feeling blue to the full clinical illness described above. Even then, you won't suffer from every symptom. It's also important to remember that depression is treatable and, if you take the right steps, avoidable. How common is it? Seven to 12 per cent of men suffer from diagnosable depression, and 20 to 25 per cent of women. There are many theories as to why the figure is higher for women. The incidence of post-natal depression certainly contributes to the higher figure. Other explanations include the low status of women and the difficulties they face in achieving life goals. It could also be that women tend to be more honest about their emotions than men, so their depression is easier to detect. Monitoring your mood and thoughts This is the starting point for managing depression. It will help you learn to spot an episode of depression before it's too late. Using the thought monitoring technique, you can decide which thoughts represent an accurate picture of what's going on around you - and which are unrealistic and created by your mood beginning to fall. Ask someone you trust to monitor your mood You won't spot every episode of depression before it happens, but those closest to you will often be able to recognise the early signs. Talking to them about this problem is probably one of the most valuable ways to deal with it. An agreement with a family member or friend as to how and when they could point out the problem, and what the two of you do to address it, is invaluable. It's important that you go through the agreed tasks to address the problem, even if you don't feel your mood is falling - you may be surprised by what they bring out. The kind of tasks you could do with your relative or friend include: stress auditing, thought and mood inventories, and talking about any incident that's given the family member or friend cause for concern. What support is available? There's nothing like speaking to someone who's been through the experience and come out the other side. A listening ear is often the greatest help to a depressed person. Samaritans are available to listen 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It can also be useful to attend support groups. The national mental health charity MIND runs several. A good place for further information about depression is the Royal College of Psychiatrists' series of leaflets. Depression Alliance offers information, support and understanding to people affected by depression, including a network of self-help groups, a correspondence service and scheme, and free information leaflets on the many aspects of depression. Depression Alliance also campaigns to raise awareness of the condition. What professional help is available? Many of the self-help exercises on this site are based on a technique called cognitive therapy; there's a growing body of evidence for the effectiveness of this approach. However, some people need to see a professional for cognitive therapy to work for them. They may also need another form of therapy. The first person to talk to about this is your family doctor, who may have a practice counsellor who you could talk to. Alternatively, you may be referred to the local community mental health team to see a community psychiatric nurse (CPN) or a clinical psychologist. For some people, therapy alone isn't enough. There are now a number of antidepressants available for doctors to prescribe, which can be used with cognitive therapy. Working with your mental health team, it's possible to draw up a crisis card - an agreed plan detailing the type of care you want (or don't want) in the event of a crisis. The Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London has more information on how to develop joint crisis plans. Other ways to help yourself It's not unusual to experience some of the signs of depression from time to time. But if the feelings are very strong all the time, there are things you can do to help yourself. * Notice 'thinking errors'. Are you overgeneralising. For example, do you imagine every pain is a deadly disease? Do you tell yourself everything is going wrong when only one thing has gone wrong? Do you forget about the good things in life and concentrate on the bad? * Balance frightening thoughts with reassuring statements. * Occupy your mind. Concentrating on something can lift your mood. * Exercise. Physical activity relaxes you and makes you feel good. * Pay attention to the way you look. * Eat a regular diet of wholefoods. Vitamin B6 supplements are helpful too. * Try a herbal antidepressant. St John's Wort can be effective (but you shouldn't mix it with other medication - consult your GP or a professional herbalist for advice). * Avoid alcohol. It's a depressant, even if it makes you feel temporarily better. * Investigate alternative and complementary therapies. When to seek help If your low mood or loss of interest in life interferes with your home, family or work, lasts for two weeks or more, or brings you to the point of thinking about suicide, you may be experiencing clinical depression and you should seek help. There are many kinds of help available. Talk to your GP or contact a mental health organisation. Depression Some people say that depression feels like a black curtain of despair coming down over their lives. Many believe that they are dull and does not deserve anything. Others feel irritable all the time for no apparent reason. About 50% of all depressed patients experience a single episode and recover completely; the rest have at least one recurrence. Major depression can profoundly alter social, family, and occupational functioning. However, suicide is the most serious consequence of major depression; the patient's feelings of worthlessness, guilt,and hopelessness are so overwhelming that she no longer considers life worth living. Nearly twice as many women as men attempt suicide, but men are far more likely to succeed. A depressive disorder is an illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts. It affects the way a person eats and sleeps, the way one feels about oneself, and the way one thinks about things. A depressive disorder is not the same as a passing blue mood. It is not a sign of personal weakness or a condition that can be willed or wished away. People with a depressive illness cannot merely "pull themselves together" and get better. Without treatment, symptoms can last for weeks, months, or years. Appropriate treatment, however, can help most people who suffer from depression. Depression is a biological-based mental illness that can have lasting emotional and physical effects, such as feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or indecision; difficulty concentrating; change in appetite or sleep habits; loss of energy, interest, or pleasure; loud, violent, troubled, agitated, slowed, or anti-social behaviors; drug or alcohol abuse; and difficulty with interpersonal relationships. A period of depressed mood which lasts for several days or a few weeks is a normal part of life and is not necessarily a cause for concern. Although these feelings are often referred to as "depression," they typically do not constitute a clinical depression because the depression symptoms are relatively mild and of short duration. Most people with a depressive illness do not seek treatment, although the great majority-even those whose depression is extremely severe-can be helped. Thanks to years of fruitful research, there are now medications and psychosocial therapies such as cognitive/behavioral, "talk" or interpersonal that ease the pain of depression. Unfortunately, many people do not recognize that depression is a treatable illness. If you feel that you or someone you care about is one of the many undiagnosed depressed people in this country, the information presented here may help you take the steps that may save your own or someone else's life. Treating depression is especially important because it affects you, your family, and your work. Change won't come overnight - but with the right treatment, you can keep depression from overshadowing your life. Lets start with the basics of Depression: * Symptoms of Depression :Severity of Depression symptoms varies with individuals and also varies over time. * Cause of Depression : Depression is a combination of biological, genetic and psychological factors. * Diagnosis of Depression * DSM4 * ICD-10 * Mini-mental state examination * Depression Quiz Also find out: Looking for a therapist - making the most of your appointment Steps for choosing a therapist Facts on Depression Statistics Depression types Depression is a form of what is known as a mood or affective, disorder, because it is primarily concerned with a change in mood. Depression is a very complex illness. No-one really knows for certain what causes depression, and everyone's experience of depression is different. Depressive disorders come in different types, just as is the case with other illnesses such as heart disease. When a psychiatrist makes a diagnosis of a patient's depressive illness, he or she may use a number of terms--such as bipolar, clinical, endogenous, major, melancholic, seasonal affective or unipolar--to describe it. These labels confuse many people who don't understand that they can overlap. People with depressive illness may also receive more than one diagnosis since the illness is often linked with other problems, such as alcoholism or other substance abuses, eating disorders, or anxiety disorders. Depression can also categorize in the following manner - (1) - Depression that is originating from a bad or disturbing event in your life and (2) - Depression which appears without apparent cause - the most common. The first type of depression is easier for you to tackle because the cause is known. The first step is to deal with the event that triggered your depression. It may have started as a result of a death, an accident, a divorce or any other type of setback. The second type of depression is more difficult to deal with as the source is unknown. It is the most common form of depression. Getting proper help for different types of depression begins with a proper diagnosis. There are several different diagnoses for depression, mostly determined by the intensity of the symptoms, the duration of the symptoms, and the specific cause of the symptoms, if that is known. For 20 percent to 35 percent of depressed people, a normal routine is all but impossible. Others have episodes of depression followed by feelings of well-being. Still others have episodes of terrible lows that alternate with inappropriate "highs." Here are some descriptions of the most common forms of depression. Let us now consider the diagnoses one by one and see what the essential features of each of the type of depression are: Major Depression - Major depression is a problem with mood in which there are severe and long lasting feelings of sadness or related symptoms that get in the way of a person's functioning. Dysthymic Disorder - A less severe type of depression, dysthymic disorder , involves long-term, chronic symptoms that do not disable, but keep one from functioning well or from feeling good. Cyclothymic Disorder - Cyclothymia is a milder form of manic depression, characterized by hypomania (a mild form of mania) alternating with mild bouts of depression. Bipolar Disorder ( also called manic-depressive illness )- This section covers the detail information on all types of Bipolar Disorder, their treatment options, occurence in childhood, diagnosis criteria, etc. Unipolar Depression - This lowered mood may vary slightly throughout the day but the sufferer cannot usually be cheered up, and this is the major distinction between simply being unhappy and being clinically depressed. Manic Depression: Manic depression can be defined as an emotional disorder characterized by changing mood shifts from depression to mania which can sometimes be quite rapid. People who suffer from manic depression have an extremely high rate of suicide. Atypical depression Psychotic Depression Approximately 15 percent of people who suffer from major depression also show symptoms of psychotic depression. These symptoms include hearing voices inside one's head (auditory hallucinations), having visions of people or things that are not actually there (visual hallucinations), and delusional thinking. People who suffer from this extreme form of major depression are in need of immediate attention. Because they cannot rationally judge the consequences of their actions, they are in serious danger of killing themselves. 'Severity' of Depression :- 1) Mild depression 2) Moderate depression 3) Severe Depression Other Disorder Featuring various types of Depression: Apart from types of depression mention earlier, there are other disorders featuring various types of depression. Some types of depression have particular symptoms or are seen in particular situations and age groups, and have special names. These types of depression may be difficult to identify. They are often similar to other illnesses. In a worst case scenario this may result in the illness going untreated. It is important for psychiatrists to be able to make a diagnosis and start the right treatment in these circumstances. * Winter depression - Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) * Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is a complex health condition that can develop in response to a traumatic experience - a life-threatening or extremely distressing situation that causes a person to feel intense fear, horror or a sense of helplessness. * Postpartum Depression - As the name implies, Postpartum Depression or postnatal depression occurs up to six weeks after a women has given birth. * Postpartum psychosis * Neurasthenia * Puerperal Psychosis - Puerperal psychosis is an acute mental illness, which has a sudden onset within the first few weeks (usually the first 10 days) following childbirth. * Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) - This condition is experienced by approximately four percent of menstruating women. * Neurotic depression * Masked depression * Endogenous depression * Melancholia * Agitated Depression * Manic Depressive Disorder * Manic Depressive Psychosis * Depressive Disorder NOS * Dysphoric Mania Treatment of Depression - How to cure depressive episode? YES!! Treatment of depression is possible. Depression is Treatable. It start with deciding that you want to be treated, this thought can make all the difference. Treatment of depression is especially important because it affects you, your family, and your work. The standard treatment for depression is a combination of antidepressant medication and therapy. In addition to these treatments, there are other 'alternate' treatments that many people have found useful in managing their depression. A proper diagnosis is essential for determining the correct treatment, as different types of depression are treated with different medications. Talking to your Doctor about treating depression Communicating with your doctor is an important part in the diagnosis and treatment of depression. By talking to your doctor openly, you allow him or her to provide you with the best depression treatment program possible. What are the options for depression treatment? Depression is difficult to treat, especially in children, adolescents, elderly patients, and those with a history of chronic disease. The primary treatment methods are drug therapy, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), and psydlOtherapy. The various options for depression treatment varies from medication to psychotherapy to self help. Some of them are listed below: * Medication Treatment for Depression - Antidepressant medications are often the first treatment option prescribed by health professionals. Antidepressants relieve the symptoms of depression, which makes it easier to face your problems and take appropriate action 1. Tricyclic drugs - tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) such as amitriptyline. TCAs are the most widely used class of antidepressant drugs. They prevent the reuptake of norepinephrine or serotonin (or both) into the presynaptic nerve endings, resulting in increased synaptic concentrations of these neurotransmitters. They also cause a gradual loss in the number of beta-adrenergic receptors. 2. MAOI(Monoamine oxidase inhibitors ) - monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors such as isocarboxazid (Marplan). MAO inhibitors block the enzymatic degradation of norepinephrine and serotonin. However, they're commonly prescribed for patients with atypical depression (for example, depression marked by an increased appetite and need for sleep, rather than anorexia and insomnia) and for some patients who fail to respond to TCAs. MAO inhibitors are associated with a high risk of toxicity; patients treated with one of these drugs must be able to comply with the necessary dietary restrictions. 3. SSRIs antidepressant medication (Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) - selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRls), such as fluoxetine (Prozac), paroxetine (Paxil), and sertraline (Zoloft). SSRIs are becoming the drugs of choice for treating depression. They're effective and produce fewer adverse effects than TCAs. Even so, they're associated with sleep and GI problems and alterations in sexual desire and function. 4. Antidepressant - maprotiline, trazodone (Desyrel), and bupropion (Wellbutrin) aren't chemically related to the other antidepressants listed above; however,they're effective in treating depression by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine, serotonin, and epinephrine, respectively. However, the reason they aren't used as commonly as the other compounds is because of increased adverse effects. 5. Antipsychotic Medication 6. Antianxiety medications 7. Anticonvulsants * Depression Therapies like Psychotherapy, Light Therapy and ETC. Find how they help in recovering from depression. 1. Psychotherapy or Talk Therapy for Depression 2. Depression ECT Therapy, or Electroconvulsive Therapy 3. Depression Light Therapy 4. Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS Therapy) 5. rTMS 6. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation * Herbal treatment for Depression - The herbal treatment of depression had fewer side effects and as the researchers concluded, it showed promise for the long-term treatment of moderate depression. 1. St. John Wort (Hypericum perforatum) 2. Hyperforin 3. 5HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) 4. Ginkgo Biloba * Natural treatment for Depression - Aa variety of natural treatment of depression can be used to help alleviate depression including exercise, yoga, meditation, etc. 1. Exercise or Yoga 2. Meditation 3. Clarocet NRI * Alternative treatment for Depression - There are many alternative treatments available for depression. Each of these alternative treatment of depression addresses human suffering in different ways, but generally they seek to re-establish a balance or harmony within the body and in the lifestyle of the person being treated. 1. Aromatherapy 2. Vitamins 3. Diet factors * Depression Treatment through Self Help- I found that the best way to cope with such intense discomfort was to live my life one day at a time. Disorders and Conditions related to Depression - Mental Health Disorders Here you will find the list of all the disorders and conditions that are related to Depression (or in other words the disorders and conditions that often accompany depression). Apart from illnesses where depression is the main symptom, there are several other disorders where it also plays a part. These are included here because the advice can still be useful in coping with the depressive element. List of all Psychiatric disorders Disorder Short Description Sleeping Disorder/ Insomnia Disorders where disturbances in sleep or dreaming are major features. Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a chronic and often debilitating mental illness. Schizophrenia is a kind of psychosis, which is an impairment of thinking in which the interpretation of reality is abnormal. Personality Disorders Personality disorders are pervasive chronic psychological disorders, which can greatly affect a person's life. Having a personality disorder can negatively affect one's work, one's family, and one's social life. Eating Disorder Somatoform Disorders Physical symptoms that seem as if they are part of a general medical condition, however no general medical condition, other mental disorder, or substance is present. Factitious Disorders Patients with this disorder knowingly fake symptoms, but do so for psychological reasons not for monetary or other discrete objectives as in the case of Malingering. They usually prefer the sick role and may move from hospital to hospital in order to receive care. Cognitive Disorders Learning Disorders Learning Disorders occur in three major categories: reading, mathematics, and written expression. Trauma Disorders Disruptive Behavior Disorders Disruptive Behavior Disorders, also referred to also as Behavior Disorders, are the most common reasons children are referred for mental health practitioners for possible treatment. Sexual Disorders Sexual disorders are related to a particular phase of the sexual response cycle. Sexual disorders include problems of sexual identity, sexual performance, and sexual aim. Psychotic Disorder Psychotic disorders are mental disorders in which the personality is seriously disorganized and a person's contact with reality is impaired. During a psychotic episode a person is confused about reality and often experiences delusions and/or hallucinations. Dissociative Disorders A dissociative disorder is the breakdown of one's perception of his/her surroundings, memory, identity, or consciousness. Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders are the most common of emotional disorders, annually affecting more than 20 million Americans (approximately one in nine). Other Psychiatric Disorder Sleeping Disorders Parasomnias, Dyssomnia, Hypersomnia, Idiopathic Hypersomnia Skin disorders Approximately 25% of the UK population will develop a skin problem and, although self-medication is common, skin disease still accounts for 10% of the workload of family doctors. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD is a condition associated with severe emotional and physical problems that are linked closely to the menstrual cycle Why not join our forums and keep learning many interesting things while having fun with other forum members? Believe us, you'll just love it. I have depression, and i found that webmd.com is a great site that answers lot's of medical questions and it's free it's a good site try it out. I'm don't know; but i just in past hour -found out that there are BOOK--online that we can read--online; i've not had TIME yet to CHECK OUT MANY OF THESE SITES, BUT I WONDER IF ANY OF THOSE MIGHT HAVE BOOKS----STATING WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. - AND i DON'T KNOW IF THE--- FDA WEBSITE (FORGOT THEIR INTERNET ADDRESS; I GUESS TYPE IN www.fda.gov ---but i'm sorry--i not sure --------anyways--i'm not sure if the FDA website would have the Info. You need available on their website, or not; i've been on it but cannot remember ALL! HOPE THIS HELPS; BUT IT MAY NOT; AND YOU probably already knew about the above. HOPE YOU FIND u r answers. Have a Nice Day! -=everyday. |
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