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| It is not just being 'sad' (Credit: Chris Gethard) |
The very disorder that most will think they have... or do they? In reality, the definition and true expression of depression is masked behind the scenes of a trend or depicted falsely in some movies or tv series by a cute, dark teenage boy who smokes a cigarette and wishes for death. However, is that all to depression?
With that in mind, let it be rooted deeply that there is no denying that there is a major difference between having depression and in depression. This is important as most in the world does not believe in the fact that depression is an actual mental disorder; some simply believe that depression just means that a person is sad.
Having Depression
Those who have depression often state that they "feel" depressed at a certain period of time with an external factor that causes the person discomfort and sadness. However, after a short period of time, the "feeling" goes away and all is back to normal until the person encounters another stressful or sad situation which will then cause the person to feel sad and "feel" depressed of which the cycle continues.In Depression
In the United States of America, of the 10% of all those suffering from depression, most will suffer in silence and without treatment. Those who are in depression tend to suffer silently with the loss of will to even so much as to get up from bed or, to eat or to socialize with others. The difference is that the person never gets better, suffers from it long-term and progressively gets worst depending on the types of depression if he or she does not seek out clinical help and support. |
| PET Scan: Differences between Depressed and Non-Depressed |
There are 8 different types of depression which are as follows:
- Major Depressive Disorder (a.k.a Clinical Depression)
- Chronic Depression (a.k.a Dysthymia)
- Atypical Depression
- Postpartum Depression
- Bipolar Depression (Manic Depression)
- Seasonal Depression (SAD)
- Psychotic Depression
- Treatment-Resistant Depression
Major Depressive Disorder
When the symptoms of depression persist for an extended period of time, the person may have Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It affects various areas of a person's life to the point that it alters lifestyles and physical functions such as the impact of mood and behavior as well as changes in the person's appetite and sleep cycle. People suffering from MDD tend to lose all interest in activities that they once enjoyed, struggles in daily activities and routines and a loss of interest in maintaining friendships or relationships.
What Triggers Major Depressive Disorder
Researchers stated that most of their studies and research point to a chemical imbalance in the body and the brain but there is not enough data that confirms that chemical imbalance is the true causes of developing Major Depressive Disorder.
In fact, there are many reasons that may contribute to the disorder and one should consult their therapist or physician if he or she suspects themselves having symptoms of MDD that has persisted throughout their life, and experience symptoms throughout the day that occurs often and frequently within a week.
Below is the list that commonly triggers a person to develop Major Depressive Disorder:
- Social isolation or feelings of being deprived
- Loss of a loved one through death, separation or divorce
- Personal conflicts in relationships (significant other or superior)
- Physical abuse, sexual abuse or emotional abuse
- Major life changes (moving, graduation, retirement)
References
WebMD. (2018). What is Major Depressive Disorder: Definition and Triggers. Retrieved from https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/major-depression#1
WebMD. (2018). What is Major Depressive Disorder: Types of Depression. Retrieved fromhttps://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/depression-types#1
Farrell, Helen. (2016). Are You Feeling Depressed vs Having Depression? Retrieved from https://thedoctorweighsin.com/are-you-feeling-depressed-or-having-depression/
Harvard Medical School. (2019). What Causes Depression? Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/what-causes-depression
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