“…in the past, depression was called 'heart fatigue' in Anatolia.”
Kaan Murat YANIK
How do I know if I am depressed?
If you see the following symptoms and they don't seem to go away, you may be depressed.
If you can't sleep or sleep excessively,
If you have difficulty concentrating and if tasks that were previously considered easy now seem difficult
If you can no longer enjoy the things you enjoyed before,
If you see yourself helpless and hopeless ,
If you cannot control your negative thoughts no matter how hard you try,
If you have lost your appetite or cannot stop yourself from eating,
If you get angry more easily than usual, if you see yourself as more aggressive,
If you consume more alcohol than usual and turn to other harmful habits,
If you have thoughts like “Life is not worth living” (In this case, seek help immediately)
What is depression?
Depressionis literally defined as the loss of positive anticipatory. Anticipation is often used in the sense of "expectation". However, as stated in various dictionaries, experts of the English language do not find it entirely correct to use anticipation as the equivalent of the English word "expect". Because,anticipation does not mean just “expectation” but a “hopeful expectation”,in other words, the expectation that positive developments will occur.
Everyone experiences rises and falls in mood. Sadness is a normal response to life's challenges and disappointments. Some people use the term "Depression" to describe such feelings, but depression is more than just sadness.
Some people experience depression < They describe it as “living inside a black hole”or the feeling of waiting for a disaster to happen. Still, some people with depression feel sad. They don't even feel it. They may feel more dull, empty and numb, angry, aggressive and restless.
Depression is different from normal sadness because it occupies your entire daily life, affecting your activities such as being able to work, studying, eating, sleeping and having fun. Hopelessness, helplessness and worthlessness are very intense and do not decrease much.
How is depression different from normal grief?
Grief includes sadness, lamentation, variable anxiety, bad There are symptoms that can also be observed in depression, such as dreams and related sleep problems, insomnia, loss of appetite, weight loss and lack of interest in normal activities. In normal age, these symptoms decrease and disappear over time. Often, medical intervention is not required. While self-esteem decreases in depression, self-esteem is preserved in depressive situations following loss. They do not feel worthless, nor do they have heavy feelings of guilt. Additionally, there is no significant loss in functionality.
What are the symptoms of depression?
Feeling helpless and hopeless: A pessimistic perspective. “nothing will get better and there is nothing I can do to fix the situation.”
Decreased desire for activities of daily living:Loss of interest in previously enjoyed hobbies, leisure activities, social activities, or sexuality reduction. You have lost the ability to have fun and enjoy yourself.
Changes in Appetite or Weight: Significant weight loss or weight gain - a change in body weight of more than 5% in a month.
Sleep Changes: Insomnia, waking up early in the morning, or sleeping more than usual (also known as hypersomnia).
Anger or intolerance:
Anger or intolerance:
strong> Feeling agitated, restless, or even aggressive. Decreased tolerance level, getting angry easily and getting angry at everyone.Decrease in energy: Feeling tired, weak and not wanting to do anything. You may feel a heaviness throughout your body and find even small tasks very tiring and taking longer than usual to complete.
Self-hatred: Strong feelings of worthlessness and guilt. Be harsh about the mistakes and mistakes you perceive in yourself. You criticize.
Irresponsible Behaviors: You turn to avoidance behaviors such as substance use, gambling, reckless driving or doing dangerous sports.
Concentration Problem: Having trouble concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things.
Unexplained aches and pains:Increased physical complaints such as headaches, lower back pain, aching muscles, and abdominal pain. .
Can there be physical complaints in depression?
The effect of some chemicals in the brain, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, in regulating both mood and pain. This is why depressed people also have physical complaints. These complaints include joint pain, back pain, gastrointestinal problems, sleep disorders, and appetite changes. Some patients even go from doctor to doctor to solve their physical problems, but they cannot find a solution.
What is the probability of suicide in depression?
Suicide in those with mood disorders. thoughts and actions are about 20-40%. Those who commit suicide also have suicide attempts in their past. Suicide risk is not always linked to the severity of symptoms. The probability of suicide in the elderly is twice as high as in young people.
The idea that the probability is less in those who talk about suicide is wrong. Suicide attempt rate in hospitalized cases It is up to 15%. 15% of depression cases die by suicide. 70% of all suicides are depression cases.
Depression is the biggest risk factor in suicide. It goes along with depression. Intense despair and unhappiness may make suicide seem like the only escape from the pain. Thoughts of death and suicide are serious symptoms of depression. Therefore, any mention of suicide or suicidal behavior should be taken seriously. This is not only a sign that the person is considering suicide, but also a call for help.
What are the symptoms of suicidal ideation?
Talking about killing or harming oneself
Expressing thoughts of feeling hopeless and trapped
A greater preoccupation with death than usual
Behaving recklessly as if you wanted to die (passing a red light without stopping)
Saying goodbye to people to call or visit for
Efforts to put things in order (gifting valuables, contacting people with whom one has not met)
“ Saying things like "Everyone would be more comfortable without me" or "I want to die"
A sudden switch between feeling very depressed and feeling very happy and calm
If you think a friend or family member is considering suicide, let them know your concerns and seek professional help immediately. Talking openly about suicidal thoughts can save lives.
If You Have Suicidal Thoughts…
If you find yourself extremely depressed and suicidal and these problems do not seem to be temporary - more It seems very permanent and overwhelming. But over time, you will feel better, especially if you seek help. If you have suicidal thoughts, remember that there are many people out there waiting to support you through these difficult times, and start looking for help.
Is depression genetic?
It runs in some families. There are many individuals who suffer from depression. However, people who have no history of depression in their family can also become depressed. There is no single gene known to cause depression. Researchers are looking for genes that predispose people to depression. The results of genetic research show that the genetic structure interacts with the environment and other factors (such as trauma, loss of a loved one, a difficult childhood) and accelerates the emergence of depression.
How long does depression last?
An untreated depression attack lasts 6 to 24 months.
Is depression a treatable disease?
Yes. In patients who cooperate with treatment for depression, the treatment is completed It's almost like a rule. Cases respond to treatment at a high rate.
Are antidepressant drugs medicines for happiness? Are they addictive?
No. Antidepressant drugs cause an increase in mood in cases of depression and treat depression, but do not change the normal mood. They do not cause euphoria. They do not cause physical dependence.
Are there diseases accompanying depression?
Among the psychiatric diseases that frequently accompany depression are anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, There are schizophrenia and eating disorders. Alcohol and substance addiction can also accompany depression. Sometimes there may be a turn to substances to reduce the symptoms of depression.
In addition, depression may accompany medical diseases such as heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes and Parkinson's disease. Treating depression also positively affects the healing process of these diseases.
How is depression seen in children?
Depression can also occur in childhood. . If left untreated, it may prolong and continue into adulthood. Symptoms of depression in children can sometimes differ from those in adults. It can manifest itself in the form of school refusal, making up an illness, anxiety about losing parents, school problems.
How is Depression seen in young people?
Depressed people Some young people look sad while others do not. In fact, irritabilityrather than depressionis the most common symptom in depressed teens and adolescents. A depressed teenager may act hostile, combative, and easily irritated. Unexplained aches and painsare symptoms that can be seen in depression in young people.
Left untreated, it can lead to problems at home and school, substance abuse, self-hatred, and irreversible tragedy, harm to someone. It may lead to giving up or committing suicide. But with help, depression in young people can be largely treated.
How is depression seen in the elderly?
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