Depression
Depression
By:
Shelly McNalley
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology
Teacher:
Michelle Sharpe
May 22, 2013
Depression I. What is Depression? II. Signs and Symptoms of Depression a. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness b. Loss of interest in daily activities c. Appetite or weight changes d. Sleep changes e. Anger or irritability f. Loss of energy g. Self-loathing h. Reckless behavior i. Concentration problems j. Unexplained aches and pains III. The Affects of Depression a. Men b. Women c. Teenagers d. Older adults IV. Types of Depression a. Postpartum Depression b. Major Depressive Disorder c. Clinical Depression d. Bipolar Disorder V. Risk Factors a. Suicide b. Suicide warning signs VI. Types of Treatments a. Medications b. Therapies
Depression Sadness and downswings in mood are normal reactions to life’s struggles, and most people use the word “depression” to describe these feelings. The truth is, depression is much more than just sadness. Someone experiencing depression is struggling with feelings of despair over an extended period of time. The exact cause of depression is unknown, but researchers believe it is caused by chemical changes in the brain which is due to genetics or stressful events, but likely is a combination of both. Some signs and symptoms of depression include; * Feelings of Helplessness and Hopelessness: * Having a negative outlook – nothing will ever get better and there is nothing they can do to improve their situation. * Loss of Interest in Daily Activities: * No interest in former hobbies, past times, social activities, or sex. * Lose the ability to feel joy or pleasure. * Appetite or Weight Changes: * Significant weight loss or weight gain. * Sleep Changes: * Either insomnia, especially waking in the early hours or the
By:
Shelly McNalley
Introduction to Anthropology, Psychology, and Sociology
Teacher:
Michelle Sharpe
May 22, 2013
Depression I. What is Depression? II. Signs and Symptoms of Depression a. Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness b. Loss of interest in daily activities c. Appetite or weight changes d. Sleep changes e. Anger or irritability f. Loss of energy g. Self-loathing h. Reckless behavior i. Concentration problems j. Unexplained aches and pains III. The Affects of Depression a. Men b. Women c. Teenagers d. Older adults IV. Types of Depression a. Postpartum Depression b. Major Depressive Disorder c. Clinical Depression d. Bipolar Disorder V. Risk Factors a. Suicide b. Suicide warning signs VI. Types of Treatments a. Medications b. Therapies
Depression Sadness and downswings in mood are normal reactions to life’s struggles, and most people use the word “depression” to describe these feelings. The truth is, depression is much more than just sadness. Someone experiencing depression is struggling with feelings of despair over an extended period of time. The exact cause of depression is unknown, but researchers believe it is caused by chemical changes in the brain which is due to genetics or stressful events, but likely is a combination of both. Some signs and symptoms of depression include; * Feelings of Helplessness and Hopelessness: * Having a negative outlook – nothing will ever get better and there is nothing they can do to improve their situation. * Loss of Interest in Daily Activities: * No interest in former hobbies, past times, social activities, or sex. * Lose the ability to feel joy or pleasure. * Appetite or Weight Changes: * Significant weight loss or weight gain. * Sleep Changes: * Either insomnia, especially waking in the early hours or the
References: 1. Media Resource Inc. 1996-2013 2. WebMD, LLC 2005-2013 3. Canadian Mental Health Association 2013