At any given time
9.5% of the population is suffering from some form of depression.
Many of these people never seek treatment or are unaware that
depression is in fact treatable. While not everyone experiences
the same symptoms, if you are suffering from depression, you may
feel consistently sad or empty, experience feelings of guilt or
helplessness, lose interest in things you once enjoyed, suffer
from insomnia and decreased energy, or have thoughts of suicide.
There are many potential causes for depression, and cases vary
from person to person. Depression can run in families, which leads
some researchers to believe that the condition can be inherited.
In some cases, people who have experienced trauma or are suffering
from severe illnesses will also develop a depressive disorder,
suggesting that depression can be caused by psychological or
physical changes in one's life as well. Depression is more common
in women than men, and can sometimes be caused by hormonal changes
in the body, which women are more prone to.
Any diagnosis of a depressive disorder should be accompanied by a
physical evaluation and conducted by a doctor. There are some
viral illnesses, as well as other medications, that can cause
symptoms of depression, and these should be ruled out. Once a
diagnosis is obtained, your doctor should work with you to develop
the best treatment for you.
Depression can often be treated with therapy alone, but some
patients do decide to try prescription medication. The most
commonly prescribed medications are selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors (SSRIs), tricyclics, and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
It can take a while to find the right medication or combination of
medications for each person, but all prescription depression
medications have a risk of minor, or occasionally major, side
effects.
If prescription medications aren't working as well as you'd like
them to, or if you're unhappy with the side effects and risks that
accompany them, you may decide to explore herbal remedies for
depression. There are many natural cures for depression available
in the marketplace, but it's best to look for ones with a few key
ingredients:
St. John's Wort is one of the most effective natural ingredients
for treating depression. In fact, in some countries like Germany,
St. John's Wort outsells many of the major prescription
anti-depressive medications. The active ingredients in St. John's
Wort are believed to naturally boost serotonin levels, which helps
lift spirits and ease depression.
Passion flower is a natural ingredient that is often used to treat
sleep disorders and anxiety. It helps to soothe and calm, and when
combined with St. John's Wort can be a wonderful aid in treating
depression naturally.
Depression is a life-consuming condition, but you do not have to
suffer quietly. If you think have a depressive disorder, seek
professional help to find the treatment options that are best for
you and your condition, whether they include prescription
medication or natural remedies for depression, and remember to
explore a variety of options before making a decision. |
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