Depression actually belongs to a psychological disorder. In the past 30 years, the incidence of depression has skyrocketed by 10 to 20 times, and still shows an upward trend.
Feeling unhappy means depression?
When we judge whether a person is suffering from depression, we often only look at their mood. If they have been feeling unhappy for a long period of time, it may be considered that they have depression.
However, this is just one manifestation, and does not necessarily mean it is depression. The vast majority of depression patients will also have many other negative symptoms, so I hope you pay attention. What are the symptoms of depression?
In the early stages of depression, there tend to be three symptoms, I hope you do not ignore
Slow thinking
If depression symptoms appear, in addition to long-term unhappiness in daily life, the body will also show many negative symptoms, such as slow thinking and dull reactions.
This is because if a person is in a state of depression for a long time, the brain’s function will gradually decline, and the brain cortex will also be severely affected, leading to decreased memory, difficulty concentrating, and may even manifest as reduced speech, unclear articulation, low voice, and communication difficulties. If you do not have these, then congratulations, it means you are relatively healthy. But if you do have them, you must seek treatment promptly.
Emotional extreme low
If you find yourself abnormally low in mood in daily life, no longer interested in things you used to be passionate about, and have a negative attitude, or even thoughts of or actions toward suicide.
If you have someone around you who shows prolonged extremely low mood, excessively self-denial, then you must be vigilant, as this is likely a case of depression. It must be taken seriously and the person should be brought out of the gloom in a timely manner.
General discomfort in the body
If depression occurs, not only will there be unusual emotions but also many physical discomfort symptoms, such as dizziness, weakness, loss of appetite, and insomnia with vivid dreams.
The majority of depression patients will experience insomnia with vivid dreams. The more severe the condition, the worse the insomnia gets, so you must be alert. If left untreated, it could have irreversible consequences on your health.
What should you do if you have mild depression?
So everyone should observe their friends and family around them more often. If you notice any of the above behaviors, it is likely a case of mild depression that needs to be promptly addressed. So how should it be handled?
First, it is essential to avoid leaving those with mild depression alone as much as possible. When left alone, one is more prone to overthinking, which can worsen the depression.
Therefore, communicate more with them on a daily basis, take them outdoors for walks to help distract their attention, and make their mood more comfortable.
Secondly, if you have someone with mild depression around you, encourage them to engage in more physical exercise, and spend time in nature to appreciate its beauty.
These activities can greatly help relieve tension and stress, soothe the mood, and opting for exercise over medication treatment can bring them closer to nature, promoting better health.
Lastly, remember that a troubled mind requires proper treatment. If depression occurs, read more books on psychology, as this will enhance your knowledge and help you regulate your emotions.
Expanding your thoughts can broaden your horizons and recognize the beauty of the world. If the condition is severe, it is advisable to seek professional psychological counseling.
In reality, having depression is not as terrifying as it seems. It’s just that those suffering from it are not understood as people, which makes their minds more painful. This can lead to greater mental anguish and even a sense of world-weariness. So, if you can detect it in time and provide correct comfort and guidance, you might help them emerge from the gloom.
