Major Depressive Disorder | Depression |Coping Skills |Therapy Talk

Описание: What is Major Depressive Disorder or depression?

According to the DSM, the most common features of depressive disorders include the presence of sadness, emptiness, and irritable mood accompanied by somatic and cognitive changes that impact your ability to function.

To be diagnosed with depression, a clinician is looking for distinct symptoms of episodes of at least 2 weeks or longer.


What are some causes of depression?

Response to stressful life events
Environmental factors
Genetic and physiological factors
Neuroticism, one of the Big 5 personality traits
Medical conditions


What are some symptoms of depression?

Appetite changes
Sleep problems
Weight issues
Isolation
Hopelessness/Guilt
Increased fatigue and pain
Concentration issues or indecisiveness
Lack of interest or pleasure in activities
Restlessness
Slowing-down of thought and a reduction of physical movements
Suicidal or Homicidal thoughts


What are possible treatments for depression?

· Psychotherapy, including CBT or cognitive-behavioral therapy

· Medications such as antidepressants

· Complementary health approaches, including stress and relaxation techniques

· Electroconvulsive therapy-ECT

· Transcranial magnetic stimulation- TMS



Coping skills for depression:

· Gratitude Journaling

· Affirmations

· Exercise/Yoga

· Music

· Spend time with people

· Grounding exercises





Links/ Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.
800-273-8255
https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Le...



https://ct.counseling.org/2018/03/ass...



https://www.dosomething.org/us/facts/...



If you or you know someone who needs additional help, you can contact the National Association of Mental Illness. NAMI phone number

1-800-950-NAMI, which is 1-800-950-6262.





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