Symptoms of Depression: How to know if you are
depressed
Author: Foras Aje
Article:
Studies have shown that about 20 million Americans receive some form of
depression treatment on an annual basis. Twenty Million Americans!
Considering how grave an illness depression is, this is a rather worrisome
number. As a result recognizing the symptoms of depression as a step for
depression treatment may perhaps be the first move to make.
Like any other illness, depression, characterized by insomnia, mood
swings, frustration and loss of appetite amongst other things, is a disorder
that starts little but left unattended to can increase in intensity. Thus
all efforts should be made to attend to the symptoms of depression and for
best results; this should be in its beginning stages.
Now, the symptoms of depression may be caused or aggravated by other
diseases (for example, in my case it was years and years of acne and asthma
as a teen and adult), stress, use of drugs, Improper diet, Loss of a job or
loved ones. The list is endless friends. However, as a famous writer once
said, in regards to depression here is one helpful thing to remember:
"Life's problems are like knives, which either serve us or cut us, as we
grasp them by the blade or the handle: Grasp a difficulty or problem by the
blade and it cuts; grasp it by the handle and you can use it constructively"
In order to not allow depression to take over your present situation and
consequently hinder you from overcoming it, below are its symptoms in no
specific order.
Symptoms of Depression:
1. Irritability and mood swings.
2. Hopelessness and extreme pessimism (a negative outlook on
life)
3. Loss of energy, extreme fatigue and tiredness.
4. Loss of interest in hobbies, having a good appearance and even
associates and loved ones.
5. Extreme feelings of helplessness and no self worth.
6. Suicidal thoughts (in extreme cases)
7. Insomnia (lack of) or excessive sleep.
8. Inexplicable weight loss or gain thereof, triggered by eating
disorders.
Though not a conclusive list as characteristics vary by patient, these
symptoms of depression listed above are the most common ones. If you happen
to experience any of these symptoms, the first step, in my opinion and based
on research will be to look within and ask why this may be occurring.
Thoroughly assess your situation to see what it is that could be triggering
these symptoms of depression within you. Could it be a failure at something
or the loss of something or someone of importance?
If you go over the problem carefully, you would be able to target the
cause and consequently solve it. Remember, the mind is the most powerful
force on the earth, He who can control it can control all things my friend.
You will notice that I have made little or no mention of drugs or members
of the medical fraternity. That is simply because I believe a drug-free
alternative of treating depression and its symptoms will be the safest route
to go. What with all the side effects of popular depression medications, why
aggravate an already disturbed health with such unwanted side effects as
nausea, weight gain and even sexual dysfunctions as reported in some cases.
With a drug-free approach of Positive Thinking, a carefully selected diet
(yes, it matters friend) and some form of physical exercise-my personal
recommendation being Yoga-you can tackle the symptoms of depression at any
stage and empower yourself to lead a healthier and happier life.
Other things you can add to these three limbs are to take time to relax
more, enjoy your favorite music (remember David playing for Saul in the
Bible, yes music is soothing for depression friend), seek uplifting
entertainment, read more self-help books, Heck, if you're of a Christian
background go to Psalms 23 or 91...they help. Seek out the company of those
you know make you laugh. Or if need be, let out a good cry (don't abuse it
and you are not weak if you do, it's part of being human.), clear the mind
and empower yourself (if need be with positive affirmations repeated
mentally or aloud) and tackle your problems because YOU CAN DO IT!
May Happiness be yours.
Beat the Symptoms of Your depression starting today.
About the author:
Foras Aje is an independent researcher and author of Fitness:
Inside and out, a book on improving physical and mental health naturally.
For additional information on depression treatment go
to:
http://www.bodyhealthsoul.com/depression.htm
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