Physical , Psychological And Social Symptoms of Depression

[Fitness-Fanatic]

No one is immune to developing depression.Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, worldwide.It can affect people of all ages,and during any stage of their life. Depression has many different triggers,there's no single cause.Depression can even come about for absolutely no reason whatsoever. Different things can cause depression for different people,and depression affects different people in different ways.

Everyone has ups and downs. We can all feel sad and lonely with low moods from time to time. But depression is a long lasting low mood that affects your ability to do everyday things.The symptoms of depression are persistent and unrelenting.

There's different severities of depression.The categories are based on how disabling the symptoms are, and how much they interfere with daily functioning.Mild or moderate depression can develop into severe depression if left untreated .So treating depression effectively during the mild stage can actually prevent the illness from worsening, and developing into moderate or severe depression.

Mild Depression – has some impact on your daily life.You can manage to make it through the day without too much effort.

Moderate Depression – has a significant impact on your daily life. You struggle to make it through the day with great effort.

Severe/Clinical Depression – makes it almost impossible to get through daily life.Clinical depression impacts every aspect of a person’s life. It generally doesn't go away on its own. A person battling severe depression will usually experience most, if not all the symptoms of depression.Some people with severe depression may experience psychotic symptoms such as ; hallucinations ,delusions,depersonalisation or derealization

People who suffer from depression usually experience physical,physiological and social symptoms. However, not everyone who is depressed experiences every symptom. Some people experience only a few symptoms, some many,and others may even experience all of the symptoms. The severity of symptoms varies with individuals and can also vary over time.

Physical Symptoms

Physical Symptoms of Depression :

Moving/speaking more slowly than usual

Changes in appetite - overeating or loss of appetite

Aches and pains (unexplained)

Fatigue/ lack of energy

Loss of libido/low sex drive

Changes to menstrual cycle

Disturbed sleep – insomnia or sleeping too much

Digestive problems

Psychological Symptoms

Psychological Symptoms of Depression :

Suicidal thoughts/attempts , or thoughts of self-harming

Irritable /angry / intolerant of others

Low mood /sadness/emptiness

Feelings of worthlessness/ helplessness/ guilt-ridden/hopelessness

Difficulty in concentrating,trouble making decisions and forgetfulness

Low self-esteem & loss of confidence

Tearful

No enjoyment out of life

No motivation or interest in things

Anxious /worried/despair

Social Symptoms

Social Symptoms of Depression :

Loss of interest and no pleasure in hobbies/activities that were once enjoyed

Difficulties in your family/home life

Withdrawal from friends/family

Not doing so well at work , or unable to continue with work

Avoiding social activities

Depression is a prison where you are both the prisoner and the cruel jailer

Depression is a debilitating illness without relief.It feels like there's just no end to the pain.Depression is a serious mental illness that requires medical attention.So if someone experiences symptoms of depression, it's vital that they speak to their Doctor,so their depression can be successfully managed with medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of both.A professional will be able to give them the needed additional support ,both in managing their symptoms and to provide help with treatment.

[Jjpayne]

Thank you for sharing this!!! There are many on gag that are suffering with these type of problems that need to see this!!! This is so important and sometimes just get pushed aside because everybody gets depressed right? No not everyone has the same depression and people that are suffering with it need to know they are not alone and that there is help for them!! and any gagger reading this that is suffering with depression please feel free to message me. This is so important! and such a great topic that needed to be covered!! Thank you so much Fitness-Fanatic!!!

[admles]

Well written.

I suffer from severe clinical depression, and some days it's so bad I can barely get out of bed, and so many people don't understand it.

They say things like "cheer up" or "it' won't last forever" as though that helps, when if anything, it makes it worse.

[Waffles731]

I will also add that it affects a person's immune system negatively

[msg812]

Thanks for this informative myTake;)

[LegateLanius]

Thank you

[monkeynutts]

Very informative.