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Lack of attention towards anybody –
especially children and old people –
may lead to Depression.
Over-involvement with one’s work
may lead to Depression, because the
person does not have free time to
devote to himself and his family.
On the other hand, too much free
time, especially among housewives
belonging to ‘high society’, can lead to
Depression caused by the lack of
meaningful activities.
In an educated person, insecurity
caused by unemployment may also
cause Depression.
Some chronic diseases like diabetes,
hypertension and rheumatism, which
don’t have any permanent cure, may
lead to Depression.
Poverty and peer pressure in pursuing
success may be another cause.
Negligence could be a factor too.
Hormonal influences during puberty
and menopause may lead to
Depression.
The cause for concern is the remedy or
treatment. The following remedial
measures may help:
Alleviate the cause of Depression
Get more involved or participate
more in extra-curricular activities.
Familiarize oneself with the disease.
Meditate to calm the mind.
If pathological, treat the cause of the
disease.
Be self-assured and confident in
facing any situation.
Live life to the fullest even with
chronic diseases and their medicines.
Keep oneself happy.
Always be satisfied with what one has.
Anti-stress, anti-anxiety or anti-
depressant medication may help.
It is the responsibility of the
family/society not to isolate a
depressed person.
Love, affection and family bonding
are the keys to cure Depression.
In the end, it is the mindset of the person
concerned.
Be Agile, not Fragile. Live long.
DEPRESSION
Some more information from the Editors’ Desk:
(
Source: National Institutes of Health, USA)
Signs and symptoms include:
Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings
Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
Irritability, restlessness
Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once
pleasurable
Fatigue and decreased energy
Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and
making decisions
Insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or excessive
sleeping
Overeating, or appetite loss
Thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts
Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive
problems that do not ease even with treatment.
To help your friend or relative
Offer emotional support, understanding, patience, and
encouragement.
Talk to him or her, and listen carefully.
Never dismiss feelings, but point out realities and offer
hope.
Never ignore comments about suicide, and report
them to your friend/relative’s therapist or doctor.
Invite your friend/relative out for walks, outings and
other activities. Keep trying if he or she declines, but
don't push him or her to take on too much too soon.
Provide assistance in getting to the doctor's
appointments.
Remind your friend/relative that with time and
treatment, the depression will lift.
To help yourself
Do not wait too long to get evaluated or treated.There
is research showing the longer one waits, the greater
the impairment can be down the road. Try to see a
professional as soon as possible.
Try to be active and exercise. Go to a movie, a
ballgame, or another event or activity that you once
enjoyed.
Set realistic goals for yourself.
Break up large tasks into small ones, set some
priorities and do what you can as you can.
Try to spend time with other people and confide in a
trusted friend or relative. Try not to isolate yourself,
and let others help you.
Expect your mood to improve gradually, not
immediately. Do not expect to suddenly "snap out of "
your depression. Often during treatment for
depression, sleep and appetite will begin to improve
before your depressed mood lifts.
Postpone important decisions, such as getting married
or divorced or changing jobs, until you feel better.
Discuss decisions with others who know you well and
have a more objective view of your situation.
Remember that positive thinking will replace negative
thoughts as your depression responds to treatment.
Continue to educate yourself about depression.
Depression is a serious medical illness; it is not
something that you have made up in your head.
~ Dr Jayanta Konwar
Daimukhia T.E.
Depression is a mood
disorder that causes a
feeling of sadness and
loss of interest.This is a
psychosomatic disorder.
More than 90% of
people have suffered
from this problem once
in their life.
There is no permanent
cure for this problem
whose causes may be
physiological or
pathological, such as:
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