Depression 101 Research Paper

Everyone has bad days, and stressful situations every once in a while, there is no such thing as a “perfect” life. Disappointments, failures, and losing a love one are all an experience of life. According to the book Depression 101, every 1 out 6 six people experience depression, it is far more in depth than just the elements of life listed above. Clinical depression is far more serious, which most people do not fully understand the concept of it. Most people will experience this some time in their lives; either through their own experience, or through a loved one. Most victims of depression attempt to simply snap out of it. Although this issue cannot just be ignored. There are various ways to go about improving one’s mental state, which will …show more content…
major depressive disorder) experience depression throughout most of their time. Symptoms include loss of interest in activities normally done, trouble sleeping, feeling “sped up”, or “slowed down”, feeling tired, and worthless, having trouble making decisions, and thoughts of suicide. Doctors describe patients as majorly depressed if these symptoms occur for more than 2 weeks. Depression that lasts for a period of time more than two years is called persistent depressive disorder. Overeating/ not eating enough, lack of sleep/ oversleeping, fatigue feeling, low self-esteem, trouble concentrating, and feelings of hopelessness are all characterized as symptoms of this type of depression. Bipolar disorder, or what used to be known as “manic depression” is characterized when a person experiences certain times when they are happy, but other times when they feel hopeless, and depressed. This type of depression includes the same symptoms listed in major depression. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is just as it sounds. The people that it affects cause them to feel depressed during the winter season when the days are shorter, and the sunlight is less. Psychotic depression is also given by its name occurring when women are having their menstrual cycle. Symptoms are the following; mood swings, irritability, unable to concentrate, fatigue, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and change in appetite, and/ or sleep. “Situational” depression occurs in …show more content…
Regularly exercising boots these chemicals in your brain that are called serotonin, endorphins, and other substances which make the person feel good. Not only does it release those chemicals, but also triggers more growth of brain cells, and connections. Good eating, and enough amount of sleep should always go along with exercise; not getting enough sleep actually worsens the depression. Strong social support is also very important, and finding changes in the person’s life can greatly reduce stress. Medications are available, although this should not be turned to for the long run. Researchers are also looking into whether vitamins, and supplements really work on treating depression. (Saisan, Smith, Segal, 2014).
In Southwest Florida, there are multiple centers in which offer help, and therapy for those suffering from depression. North Tampa Behavioral Health located North Tampa Behavioral Health, 29910 Florida 56, Wesley Chapel, Florida 33543 has separate programs for adults 18 years and up, and also for seniors ages 65 plus. They can be contacted at (813) 517-0660. Another center in which treats children, and adults is Sovereign Health Mental Program located Sovereign Health Mental Health Program, Fort Myers, Florida 33916, and their phone number is (201)