Always feeling under the weather? Always not in the mood to be around others and have a good time? If you’re suffering from prolonged sadness for quite some time now, you should face these bouts of depression and get yourself diagnosed by a psychiatrist, they’re doctors who can actually help you out with your problem.
Depression or prolonged sadness is actually quite common in the United States, around 9.5 percent of the American population actually suffer from this illness, however, not all of them get to be treated, thus, depression and its ill-effects continue to be a burden to some individuals. This illness may seem quite simple to treat but in reality, it takes more than a little cheering up to actually cure depression.
Constant visits to a cognitive behavior therapist is a must as well as taking all the prescribed medicines that the doctor will ask the patient to take – none of these exactly come cheap, but the amount of suffering that a person is going through because of depression is enough reason already for others to start taking notice and face depression head on.
Depression oftentimes can easily get in the way of an individual’s daily activities and his or her’s normal functions, one’s zest for life can quickly and easily dissipate due to depression. And in place of an individual’s sunny disposition is more or less a person who hates his or herself, having no self-confidence, trying to isolate one’s self from the world and basically just not caring about living any more. More so, a person suffering from depression isn’t the only one who’s going to suffer from this destructive illness, his or her loved ones are sure to follow suit.
By seeing the individual grow through such rough patches, basically not caring about anything or anyone anymore, it’s highly likely that not only will depression one’s relationship with one’s self but with his or her loved ones too.
Fortunately depression can now be cured, especially when diagnosed early, depressed individuals can actually be treated through therapy and medication, although it may be a bit costly, a person’s good mental health is something that shouldn’t be scrimped on. Cognitive behavioral talk or interpersonal talk are just some of the available psychosocial treatments that cognitive behavior therapists can offer to their patients, both actually prove to be able to produce fruitful and positive results.
Still, people tend to not recognize depression even it’s right before their eyes, being honest with one’s self is key to being able to cure such an illness. Never overlook the various symptoms, depressed individuals oftentimes exhibit uncharacteristic behaviors such as suddenly lacking interest in one’s hobbies (or other stuff that he or she usually enjoys), sleeps too much or actually aren’t able to get some shut-eye, suddenly becoming anti-social, talks a lot about death or being a worthless person.
There are actually a lot more other symptoms but in case these already fit in your category or of someone that you know of, go to a reputable psychiatrist at once in order to see if the depression is still at an early stage or not. From here you’ll be able to assess how the treatments will actually go.
Depression shouldn’t be something that people fear of, instead, people should just start taking charge of their lives and actually face this illness and fight it. Life is too beautiful a gift to waste and if one will spend the majority of his or her life just moping around about every single little thing then what kind of life would that be? Depression may not kill one’s body but it’ll certainly kills one’s spirit if you’ll let it. Don’t be a victim.
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Friday, February 11, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Are You A High functioning Depressive?
If you work long hours, suffer from insomnia, and find yourself suffering from anxiety, unable to relax unless actually working, you may actually be suffering from a high functioning depressive disorder.
This type of depression doesn't yet have an "official" name - but has become increasingly common since the 1990's. Typical of its victim:
• Contract work with no benefits or self-employment
• At least 3 periods of unemployment within the last 15 years
• Financial difficulty
• No time for leisure or hobbies
• A family to look after financially
Granted, the nature of jobs has changed completely since the early 1990's. The sort of guaranteed 9-5 job, with benefits, long tenure, pensions, vacation time and weekends and evenings guaranteed free has turned out to be a universal phenomenon peculiar only to those who served in World War II - and the generation immediately after it.
The rest of North America's population now has to scramble for existence.
This has given rise to great entrepreneurship and ingenuity - but also great stress. "We are probably seeing the most stunning multitude of high functioning depressives this world has seen in decades," says former counselor, Susan B.
What many of these high functioning depressives are turning to, however, is natural therapies. As quickly as this type of disorder mushroomed, so too did the realization that these work habits are not healthy.
6 Popular Natural Tactics
Among successful anxiety and stress release tactics reported on an entrepreneur's forum:
• Massage
• Reiki treatments
• Natural ingested remedies
• EFT
• Biofeedback
• Behavior Modification
There is a particular stress nowadays on diet as an aid to curing depression. It's recognized that B vitamin deficiencies may have a large part to play, particularly among vegetarians, since the body can only absorb vitamin B12 from meat. Omega-3 fatty acids have also been reported to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression. These can be found mostly in tuna, salmon and flax seeds. However, this is one case where ingested in food, levels may be inadequate in counteracting depression and anxiety. Supplementing your diet with a recognized Omega-3 fish oil or Evening Primrose oil may prove more effective.
3 Tips In Overcoming Insomnia and Depressive Anxiety
The biggest 3 tips in overcoming insomnia and depressive anxiety:
• Don't drink coffee, tea or cola after 4 p.m.
• Use timers to signal when tasks are to be completed
• Eat or drink a light snack containing L-Tryptophan
Not drinking caffeine after 4 has been reported as the single most effective remedy for insomnia caused by this type of depressive disorder, followed by the L-Tryptophan containing snack. (Dairy, poultry or nuts should do the trick.)
Using a timer to "cue" you as to when to "switch off" - but too many people abandon this technique, ignoring the timer alarm and pushing through to keep working. However, if you stick with this method long enough for it to become a habit (6 weeks, according to an unrelated NASA experiment), it can actually make a difference.
This type of depression doesn't yet have an "official" name - but has become increasingly common since the 1990's. Typical of its victim:
• Contract work with no benefits or self-employment
• At least 3 periods of unemployment within the last 15 years
• Financial difficulty
• No time for leisure or hobbies
• A family to look after financially
Granted, the nature of jobs has changed completely since the early 1990's. The sort of guaranteed 9-5 job, with benefits, long tenure, pensions, vacation time and weekends and evenings guaranteed free has turned out to be a universal phenomenon peculiar only to those who served in World War II - and the generation immediately after it.
The rest of North America's population now has to scramble for existence.
This has given rise to great entrepreneurship and ingenuity - but also great stress. "We are probably seeing the most stunning multitude of high functioning depressives this world has seen in decades," says former counselor, Susan B.
What many of these high functioning depressives are turning to, however, is natural therapies. As quickly as this type of disorder mushroomed, so too did the realization that these work habits are not healthy.
6 Popular Natural Tactics
Among successful anxiety and stress release tactics reported on an entrepreneur's forum:
• Massage
• Reiki treatments
• Natural ingested remedies
• EFT
• Biofeedback
• Behavior Modification
There is a particular stress nowadays on diet as an aid to curing depression. It's recognized that B vitamin deficiencies may have a large part to play, particularly among vegetarians, since the body can only absorb vitamin B12 from meat. Omega-3 fatty acids have also been reported to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression. These can be found mostly in tuna, salmon and flax seeds. However, this is one case where ingested in food, levels may be inadequate in counteracting depression and anxiety. Supplementing your diet with a recognized Omega-3 fish oil or Evening Primrose oil may prove more effective.
3 Tips In Overcoming Insomnia and Depressive Anxiety
The biggest 3 tips in overcoming insomnia and depressive anxiety:
• Don't drink coffee, tea or cola after 4 p.m.
• Use timers to signal when tasks are to be completed
• Eat or drink a light snack containing L-Tryptophan
Not drinking caffeine after 4 has been reported as the single most effective remedy for insomnia caused by this type of depressive disorder, followed by the L-Tryptophan containing snack. (Dairy, poultry or nuts should do the trick.)
Using a timer to "cue" you as to when to "switch off" - but too many people abandon this technique, ignoring the timer alarm and pushing through to keep working. However, if you stick with this method long enough for it to become a habit (6 weeks, according to an unrelated NASA experiment), it can actually make a difference.
Two Little Known Causes Of Depression
Among the many causes of depression are 2 little known causes - "highly unlikely" as in, one doesn't normally associate depression with the component in question.
Oral Contraceptives
Among these, birth control pills have recently come under scrutiny as a possible cause, with previously "normal" women (and teens) reporting symptoms such as:
• Unrelieved pessimism
• Exhaustion
• Deep sadness
• Crying
• Stress
The big tip-off that the depression may be caused by contraceptives? A lack of the sleep disorders or appetite changes such as anorexia (loss of appetite) or carbohydrate/sugar cravings that usually accompanies most types of depression.
When one starts to realize that some of these symptoms mimic pregnancy or post-partum depression, things start to make sense. Studies further confirmed that almost half the number of women studied for depression associated with oral contraceptives test as deficient in vitamin B6 (pyridoxine.)
When treated with vitamin B6, the depressed women's moods noticeably improved.
If this sounds as if it might be the cause of your depression, do see your doctor or naturopath to discuss B6 supplementation.
Keep in mind that dosage should not exceed 50 mg/day.
Zinc Deficiency
Zinc is a mineral that provides crucial regulation for our genetic functions. When diets are zinc deficient over a long period of time, our genes don’t “read” information the correct way. The results? Symptoms such as:
• Depression
• Frequent colds and sore throats
• Lack of appetite
• Lowered immune systems
• Frequent infections (compromised white blood cells)
One big clue to a possible zinc deficiency, apart from these symptoms? Faulty sense of taste and smell.
Before you rush out to dose yourself with Zinc, however, do consult your health professional. The optimum amount is tricky to determine for each individual, and it is possible to suffer from an overdose. Recommended zinc dosage for adults: 8mg per day.
Symptoms of Zinc toxicity include digestive difficulties, cramps and a bitter taste frequently described as “metallic”.
Oral Contraceptives
Among these, birth control pills have recently come under scrutiny as a possible cause, with previously "normal" women (and teens) reporting symptoms such as:
• Unrelieved pessimism
• Exhaustion
• Deep sadness
• Crying
• Stress
The big tip-off that the depression may be caused by contraceptives? A lack of the sleep disorders or appetite changes such as anorexia (loss of appetite) or carbohydrate/sugar cravings that usually accompanies most types of depression.
When one starts to realize that some of these symptoms mimic pregnancy or post-partum depression, things start to make sense. Studies further confirmed that almost half the number of women studied for depression associated with oral contraceptives test as deficient in vitamin B6 (pyridoxine.)
When treated with vitamin B6, the depressed women's moods noticeably improved.
If this sounds as if it might be the cause of your depression, do see your doctor or naturopath to discuss B6 supplementation.
Keep in mind that dosage should not exceed 50 mg/day.
Zinc Deficiency
Zinc is a mineral that provides crucial regulation for our genetic functions. When diets are zinc deficient over a long period of time, our genes don’t “read” information the correct way. The results? Symptoms such as:
• Depression
• Frequent colds and sore throats
• Lack of appetite
• Lowered immune systems
• Frequent infections (compromised white blood cells)
One big clue to a possible zinc deficiency, apart from these symptoms? Faulty sense of taste and smell.
Before you rush out to dose yourself with Zinc, however, do consult your health professional. The optimum amount is tricky to determine for each individual, and it is possible to suffer from an overdose. Recommended zinc dosage for adults: 8mg per day.
Symptoms of Zinc toxicity include digestive difficulties, cramps and a bitter taste frequently described as “metallic”.
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