This research examines the types of depression and the health impacts of depression; everyone experiences sadness and grief once in a while. Depression is also a continuous feeling of sadness that lasts more than two weeks. It has various symptoms such as hopelessness, insomnia, loss of appetite, and difficulty in socializing with others. Depression affects everyone differently, as the symptoms vary from one person to the other. There are various management strategies for depression that help reduce the effects. The types of depression are several, including the following. Firstly, major depression whereby the symptoms show every day continuously. Secondly, persistent depression that lasts more than two years. Additionally, situational depression results from an occurrence at the time, such as loss of a loved one.
types of depression and health impacts of depression

TYPES OF DEPRESSION  AND THE HEALTH IMPACTS OF DEPRESSION

Effects of the types of depression extend past mental and emotional impact as it also affects physical health. Depression is a psychological disorder that lowers the mood of an individual that makes them feel continuously sad and hopeless. The symptoms of depression can also be signs of other mental disorders such as bipolar disorder. The diagnosis of depression requires more than five symptoms lasting more than two weeks. The health impact of depression includes the following. One, weight loss or gain this is due to variation in appetite levels. Secondly, experiencing unexplainable chronic body pains such as headache and muscle pain. Moreover, it increases the risk of heart diseases due to poor diet choices. Therefore, the incorporation of management strategies for depression for patients is crucial.
 the health impacts of depression

UNDERSTANDING THE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR DEPRESSION

There exist various mechanisms for coping with the types of depression. Patients usually find it hard to explain depression. Additionally, many people don’t take mental illnesses such as depression seriously. This is because many people only believe that bedridden people or diseases that are visible are the serious ones. The following are various management strategies for depression. Firstly, talking to a therapist about your condition and feelings. Secondly, keeping a journal about your mood variations. Thirdly, boosting one’s self-image and self-perception by having positive thoughts. Fourthly, regulating sleep levels to get enough sleep. Moreover, keeping in touch with other people. As a result, these strategies reduce the health impacts of depression.
understanding the management strategies of depression

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