I am 35 years old, I got depressed from 15 years, in this day I can't got any fever, any sneezing, but I have got several times cold . I don't know when I get well. Please help me. And clear my concept.

Ms. Archana NarwaniPsychologist5yrs exp

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Clinical Depression A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. Very common More than 10 million cases per year (India) Medium-term: resolves within months Requires a medical diagnosis Lab tests or imaging not required Possible causes include a combination of biological, psychological and social sources of distress. Increasingly, research suggests that these factors may cause changes in brain function, including the altered activity of certain neural circuits in the brain. The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterizes major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide. The mainstay of treatment is usually medication; talk therapy or a combination of the two. Increasingly, research suggests that these treatments may normalize brain changes associated with depression. Symptoms Requires a medical diagnosis the persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterizes major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide. People may experience: Pain areas: in the back Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loneliness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, panic attack, sadness, or emotional distress Behavioral: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, restlessness, self-harm, or social isolation Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, or loss of appetite Cognitive: lack of concentration, slowness inactivity, or thoughts of suicide Psychological: depression or repeatedly going over thoughts Also common: constipation, headache, and poor appetite, substance abuse, or weight loss.  

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