Statistics show that people who were married previously are at higher risk for Major Depressive Disorder. Research consistently shows that marriage lowers the risk of depression for both men and women, but divorce increases the risk for depression symptoms, (Iliades, Online) Men and women experience depression differently. Common manifestations of depression for men would be fatigue, irritability, loss of interest in activity, sleep disturbances, and at an additional risk, drug and alcohol abuse. Common manifestations of depression for women would be sadness, feeling of guilt and worthlessness, postpartum depression (hormonal), premenstrual syndrome (hormonal), and at an additional risk, transition to menopause.
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There are several types of depression. Depression symptoms vary in severity or in what is causing it. There is also an illness called bipolar disorder, which includes fluctuations between depression and a state of extreme elation called “mania.” What causes depression? There are many causes for depression and are not yet understood well. It is most likely that depression results from an interplay of environmental factors and genetic vulnerability. Certain factors may make a person more prone to developing depression. Such as a family history of depression, adverse childhood experiences, stress, illness and being a female. Of course, this is not a complete list of all of the factors but it’s a good place to …show more content…
The word dysthymia comes from the Greek roots dys, meaning "ill" or "bad," and thymia, meaning "mind" or "emotions." The terms dysthymia and dysthymic disorder refer to a mild, chronic state of depression. Some symptoms for dysthymia would be poor appetite or eating too much, difficulties with sleeping, low self esteem, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. Treatments for depression are usually a combination of psychotherapy and medications. Generally, a combination of these two is most effective.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION Unlike the baby blues, postpartum major depression -- experienced by about 10% of women who have given birth, tend to develop three or more weeks after delivery. Mood symptoms are stronger and last longer. Symptoms may include tearfulness, problems with concentration, difficulty making decisions, feelings of inadequacy, sadness and suicidal thoughts. Postpartum psychosis symptoms may change rapidly, with periods of elevated mood being quickly followed by profound sadness or rage. Periods of lucidity are common and not necessarily an indicator of recovery. Although recovery may occur abruptly, it is more common for postpartum psychosis to evolve into severe, prolonged
Many studies have shown that …show more content…
There are several types of depression. Depression symptoms vary in severity or in what is causing it. There is also an illness called bipolar disorder, which includes fluctuations between depression and a state of extreme elation called “mania.” What causes depression? There are many causes for depression and are not yet understood well. It is most likely that depression results from an interplay of environmental factors and genetic vulnerability. Certain factors may make a person more prone to developing depression. Such as a family history of depression, adverse childhood experiences, stress, illness and being a female. Of course, this is not a complete list of all of the factors but it’s a good place to …show more content…
The word dysthymia comes from the Greek roots dys, meaning "ill" or "bad," and thymia, meaning "mind" or "emotions." The terms dysthymia and dysthymic disorder refer to a mild, chronic state of depression. Some symptoms for dysthymia would be poor appetite or eating too much, difficulties with sleeping, low self esteem, difficulty concentrating or making decisions, and feelings of hopelessness. Treatments for depression are usually a combination of psychotherapy and medications. Generally, a combination of these two is most effective.
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION Unlike the baby blues, postpartum major depression -- experienced by about 10% of women who have given birth, tend to develop three or more weeks after delivery. Mood symptoms are stronger and last longer. Symptoms may include tearfulness, problems with concentration, difficulty making decisions, feelings of inadequacy, sadness and suicidal thoughts. Postpartum psychosis symptoms may change rapidly, with periods of elevated mood being quickly followed by profound sadness or rage. Periods of lucidity are common and not necessarily an indicator of recovery. Although recovery may occur abruptly, it is more common for postpartum psychosis to evolve into severe, prolonged