Are you feeling depressed? Ways to cope with depression at different stages of life

Are you feeling depressed? Ways to cope with depression at different stages of life

'Are you feeling depressed' in our life, we mostly feel sad, hopeless, and useless at many stages of life but it's normal expression to feel sad or cry when you lose something in life either it may be any relation or job promotion. Then how do we know that we are in a state of depression?
Before proceeding further lets discuss what is depression.

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Depression

Depression causes a continuous feeling of sadness it is a mood disorder, that gives you a feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, loss of interest, feeling worthless, and anger that interferes in an individuals everyday life, making it difficult for the individuals.

If you are in a state of depression then you might feel very sad and often have physical symptoms like anorexia or unable to sleep.

"But let me tell you nothing to worry about there's a hope, you can get better from depression"

In this blog, i will tell you ways to cope with depression at different stages of life but before that lets discuss causes of depression?

Causes of depression 

Being human being we got affected with state of depression caused by various factors which may includes:-

1. Hormonal
2. Situational
3. Less communication with family and friends
4. Early childhood trauma
5. Family history
6. Drug abuse
7. Seasonal

Signs of depression 

1. Loss of pleasure in life 
2. Thoughts of suicide
3. Loss of interest in everything
4. Mood swings
5. Overreaction to the small problems
6. Headache
7. Body aches
8. Loss of hunger or overeating 
9. Weight gain or loss
10. Panic attacks 
11. Social isolation
12. Self-harm
13. Feeling guilty for everything

Role of neurotransmitters in depression 

Neurotransmitters are naturally occurring brain chemicals. Studies show that changes in the affect & function of these neurotransmitters reacts to maintain mood stability may play a role in depression.


Types of depression

People suffer from different types of depression. These types vary from person to person.

1. Seasonal Depression (SAD)
2. Bipolar Depression (Manic Depression)
3. Psychotic Depression 
4. Treatment-Resistant Depression

How to Cope with depression?

So this is the good news and hope for all of you. We can cope with depression by following some tips.

Some of the ways by which we can cope with depression without taking help of any medical professional include:

FOCUS: Stop focusing on the problem or the person who is making you depressed, because it will only increase your sadness making the condition worst.

EXERCISE: Start more physical activity as it strengthens our immune system and improves our mental health as well. It increases the production of endorphin hormone which gives a feeling of happiness.

SLEEP: Take plenty of rest and sleep for mental health and comfort.

ME TIME: Consider it as your me-time. Explore your hobbies and invest your time on yourself more.

How to cope with student life depression 

Depression is a serious problem for students around the globe. It is a common issue faced by all teenage school students, college, and university students as well.

Some tips to cope with School or student life depression include:

1. You can't hide anything from yourself so carefully think about all those problems or people who are leading you towards depression and make it crystal clear that you are not so worthless to get depressed about things which don't even care about you.
2. You deserve much more and better.
3. Get more involved in your religion because its an eternal way of comforting life.
4. Share your feelings with someone you trust.
5. Don't isolate yourself.
6. Make your social connection stronger than before.
7. Eat healthy and eat your favorite meals.
8. Spend more time with your family and friends.

How to cope with depression when you are alone

Family and friends are a blessing but many people are living alone in other cities away from their loved ones for just to fulfill their job duties. If such a person is feeling depressed it might get more challenging for him to get back to a normal happy life. But nothing is impossible in this world. You can cope with depression strongly even if you are alone.

1. Know your value and worth, you are much more than you ever thought.
2. Make your analysis.
3. Think about your capabilities.
4. Get more involved in your religious teachings because its an eternal way to comfort.

What is depression during pregnancy called and how to cope with pregnancy depression

Cope with pregnancy depression. Pregnancy is a beautiful phase of life. Women are at a higher risk of getting depressed as compared to men, and there is a greater chance of depression in a pregnant lady approximately 10% (1 in 10). During pregnancy, there are some changes in the level of hormones which affects brain chemicals causing depression,

Signs of depression in pregnancy

1. Crying for no reason.
2. Mood swings 
3. Changes in appetite
4. loss of energy 
5. loss of interest in almost everything
6. Panic attacks

Affects of depression on a pregnant woman

Depression greatly affects a pregnant woman. It can lead to delivering before the due date, giving birth to a weak baby, and even miscarriage.

How to cope with it 

1. Family Support
2. Talk to your partner about your feelings
3. Talk to your doctor or a psychologist about it
4. Medication can treat depression, drugs mostly used to treat depression are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

Conclusion

People living with depression feel hopeless about everything. Loss of hope leads to loss of belief in yourself and your loved ones. Depression steals happiness and joy from ones life, closing all the doors of hope but everyone can defeat depression. Follow all the ways to cope with depression which are discussed above. Good treatment and family support is the best way to defeat depression. Keep in mind that everything is possible we just have to try, as there is always a light of hope.

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