Depression
What is Depression?
Depression is a constant feeling of sadness and loss of interest, which stops you doing your normal activities. Different types of depression exist, with symptoms ranging from relatively minor to severe. Generally, depression does not result from a single event, but from a mix of
events and factors.
Types of Depression:
This is the most common form of depression, characterized by severe symptoms that interfere with the ability to work, sleep, study, or enjoy life. Episodes may occur once or recur throughout a person’s life.
Also known as dysthymia, PDD is a chronic form of depression where symptoms last for at least two years. The symptoms may be less severe than MDD but are longer-lasting.
Bipolar disorder involves extreme mood swings, from depressive lows to manic highs. The depressive episodes share similar symptoms with MDD.
SAD is a type of depression that occurs at specific times of the year, typically during the winter months when there is less natural sunlight. Symptoms often improve during spring or summer.
PPD is a form of depression that occurs after childbirth. It involves feelings of sadness, exhaustion, and anxiety that interfere with a new mother’s ability to care for herself or her baby.
This severe form of depression includes symptoms of psychosis, such as hallucinations or delusions, alongside depressive symptoms.