Our Problem: Depression by Jaiden Tiger

What are some of the identified causes of depression?

jtiger11 — 2023-08-29 20:13:23 UTC

Depression has a variety of different causes and triggers, this disorder is different for everyone. Common causes of this disorder include stressful events, family history, pregnancy, life-threatening illness, and more.

Who is most likely to suffer depression by genetics?

ulizeth — 2023-08-29 20:15:15 UTC

If someone has a parent or sibling with major depression, that person most likely has a 2 or 3 times greater risk of developing depression compared with the average person. Depression can still be genetic if they show up in your older family members as well. Each person inherits an individual combination of genes from their mother and father, and certain combinations can predispose to a certain illness.

An Overview of Depression

zjscott2 — 2023-08-29 20:16:28 UTC

Victims of depression suffer prolonged feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and impending doom. About 17.1 million Americans will get Major Depressive Disorder each year.

jsmit498 — 2023-08-29 20:16:56 UTC

A reason for this can contribute to including family problems, academic pressure, and social media use. Primarily the reason is academic tress and social media kids are comparing themselves to what they see and not accepting themselves as is.

Teen Depression: Why Today's Teens are More Depressed Than Ever | Psychreg

What Processes Cause Depression?

zjscott2 — 2023-09-05 19:54:01 UTC

A negative change in the brain's concentration of a monoamine ie. serotonin, has been proved to show prolonged emotional and behavioral changes.

The anatomical structures depression affects - Brain

jtiger11 — 2023-09-05 19:54:11 UTC

Major depressive disorder is known as a disorder of the brain. The primary anatomical structures that are affected within the brain are the frontal lobe, hippocampus, temporal lobe, thalamus, striatum, and the amygdala.

Causes

jsmit498 — 2023-09-05 19:54:52 UTC

depression is a disorder that causes an everyday change in emotion, behavior and anxiety intensity which could also be a genetic problem.

The anatomical depression affects/ Body System

ulizeth — 2023-09-05 19:58:34 UTC

Depression can affect the body in many ways. It can affect the heart, kidney, nervous system, and immune system health.

Symptom: Feeling Hopeless/Prolonged Sadness

zjscott2 — 2023-09-12 19:47:35 UTC

Prolonged sadness or hopelessness is defined as having a two week or longer state of sadness. This is by far the most common and earliest symptom of depression.

Physical Exam

jtiger11 — 2023-09-12 19:48:34 UTC

A physical exam is one of the most common ways to diagnose depression. Within the exam your doctor will simply ask questions about your physical health. This is because in some cases depression can correlate to an underlying health issue.
For example, your doctor may order a blood test to examine your thyroid to make sure that it is functioning properly.

Symptoms

jsmit498 — 2023-09-12 19:49:15 UTC

A symptom of depression would thoughts of suicide. One treatment for this would be taking SSRI's which for simple terms are one kind of antidepressants.

Physchological treatmeant

ulizeth — 2023-09-12 19:49:18 UTC

Psychological treatment usually involves talking about things in depth and express your feelings with a professional. If someone is going through an acute depressive episode, the doctor will usually recommend short-term psychological support, sometimes together with medication. Then you can apply for a full course of outpatient psychological treatment.
People who have psychoanalytic therapy have to be prepared to face potentially painful past experiences.

Insomnia/Sleepiness

zjscott2 — 2023-09-12 19:52:09 UTC

Depression can cause the victim to either have insomnia or struggles to stay awake. Another symptom that is common and can be detected early, insomnia/sleepiness may depend on outside factors such as medication.

Sports and Exercise

ulizeth — 2023-09-12 19:52:42 UTC

Sports and exercise – such as Nordic walking, jogging, cycling, swimming or hiking – are often recommended for the relief or prevention of depression. Many people find that physical activity improves their mood and gives them more energy, and it has been found to help relieve depression in some people too. Research has found that it doesn't completely cure depression but it can help.

Psychiatric Evaluation

jtiger11 — 2023-09-12 19:55:29 UTC

Within a psychiatric evaluation, your mental health professional will ask about your symptoms, feelings, and behavior patterns. Commonly the patient is given a questionnaire to help them answer the questions. Your mental health professional will then use the results from the questions/questionnaire and compare them to DSM-5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) to determine whether or not the patient has depression.

Loss of pleasure

jsmit498 — 2023-09-12 19:58:52 UTC

One symptom of depression which can be considered as multiple is the feeling of sadness, emptiness and hopelessness. Studies have been reported that working out or weightlifting is a natural aid in fighting depression.

Drug and alcohol addiction

ulizeth — 2023-09-19 20:03:19 UTC

Alcohol and drug abuse are common among people with clinical depression. They’re especially common among teens and among young and middle-age males. It is very important to encourage these people to get help, because they are more likely to attempt suicide.
Signs of drug and alcohol abuse include:

Inability to maintain personal relationships
Secretive alcohol use
Self-pity
Tremors
Unexplained memory loss
Unwillingness to talk about drugs or alcohol

Hypertension

zjscott2 — 2023-09-19 20:03:42 UTC

Long term depression can cause long lasting effects on the mind and body such as blood pressure. Prolonged seasons of depression can cause high blood pressure over time which can cause problems such as; heart attack/stroke, heart failure, kidney damage, and vision problems.

Relationship Difficulties and Family Conflicts

jtiger11 — 2023-09-19 20:04:18 UTC

When dealing with depression it can be difficult to feel close with friends and family. Oftentimes people begin to feel like a burden to their loved ones and they either deny help or do not ask for help. It is possible that this mindset is due to the person feeling like their close relationships will not understand their depression, therefore they will judge them. These actions of pushing loved ones away can unfortunately lead to long term complications within the relationship.

Appetite

jsmit498 — 2023-09-19 20:04:48 UTC

Long term effects of depression can be malnutrition which means the body does not have the sufficient amount of vitamins, proteins and fats it needs to function.

Behavior Therapy

jtiger11 — 2023-09-26 20:14:25 UTC

Behavior therapy is a form of therapy that uses techniques derived from behaviorism and cognitive psychology. On average, sessions cost $60-$200 and they are usually once a week for 50 minutes. By law, this form of therapy is required to be covered by insurance. If someone does not seek this care their mental health will most likely worsen and the negative issues may become more apparent.

Long Term Treatment: Exercise

zjscott2 — 2023-09-26 20:15:35 UTC

The average cost for a gym membership in America each year is around $624. However, other cheaper gyms are available for as low as $130 yearly. Insurance rarely covers gym memberships because most are considered "recreational". In most instances of coverage, one of the cheaper or more specialized gym memberships will be awarded to the insured. It is most likely not because of cost one might not pursue a gym membership. Perhaps it is more of the question of motivation. The long term affects of that may include; obesity, worse depression, restlessness, motivationless behavior, and isolation.

Interpersonal Therapy

jsmit498 — 2023-09-26 20:16:19 UTC

$15-$50 per session with someone that is insured by blue cross blue shield, and $100 to $250 without insurance, 25 sessions per person after that they on they own. Long term consequence could be an increase in social anxiety and maybe isolation from people.

Psychotherapy

ulizeth — 2023-09-26 20:17:23 UTC

Psychotherapy spend between $60 to $120 on average for an hour-long session. Given this range, most therapists charge an average rate of $90 per hour. The amount of coverage you can expect will vary from plan to plan. In many instances, you'll have a deductible to pay before your services are covered. Copays and coinsurance may also apply. untreated depression and not going to Psychotherapy can lead to several physical and mental illnesses, including anxiety, heart disease, and diabetes. It can also lead to issues with employment and relationships, as well as an overall decrease in quality of life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

zjscott2 — 2023-10-03 19:31:52 UTC

CBT teaches the victim coping skills for the struggles of their depression. It focuses on how your thoughts and beliefs affect your feelings and actions. This treatment could possibly treat conditions stemming off of depression such as psychosis or social anxiety. Only a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist may give out treatment.

Problem-solving therapy

ulizeth — 2023-10-03 20:21:35 UTC

Problem-Solving Therapy is a psychosocial treatment for patients experiencing depression and distress related to inefficient problem-solving skills. The PST model instructs patients on problem identification, efficient problem-solving, and managing associated depressive symptoms. This treatment can help those with including adaptations for those in primary care and those who are homebound, medically ill, and elderly. It can be delivered by, mental health professionals, social workers, and health professionals, including primary care physicians and nurses.

Psychotherapy

jtiger11 — 2023-10-03 21:05:20 UTC

Psychotherapy, otherwise known as talk therapy, is when a individual, family, couple, or group sits down to discuss with a therapist or a mental health professional. Topics of discussion include mood, thoughts, and behaviors. Psychotherapy is beneficial long-term as it helps people learn life long coping skills which makes depression manageable. Many types of professionals can deliver psychotherapy, some are clinical psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, and more.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

jsmit498 — 2023-10-04 00:51:45 UTC

This type of therapy the patient has electrical currents sent through the brain; patient is also given muscle relaxants as the currents can sometimes cause muscle spasms. This treatment can help cure depression, but a long-term effect can possibly be memory loss and is usually last resort. treatment can only be done by a EC therapist.

Relaxation Techniques

zjscott2 — 2023-10-17 20:05:43 UTC

One physical/occupational treatment for depression are relaxation techniques. Practicing slowly breathing can lower your heart rate and in turn can lower the effects of depression. Depression can cause short term anxiety and these relaxation techniques can also be used to treat this anxiety. A physical therapist or a CBT can give out these treatments or demonstrate them to the person dealing with depression.

Therapeutic use of Daily Activities

jtiger11 — 2023-10-17 20:11:19 UTC

Occupational Therapy for depression focuses on the aspect of daily activities with groups or individuals. Their goal is to help clients become more motivated when it comes to their physical fitness, stress management, and utilizing resources. This form of therapy is meant to leave long lasting affects for the patient. An occupational or physical therapist can help guide the patient for this treatment but they are not necessary to prescribe it.

Friends

jtiger11 — 2023-10-24 20:11:50 UTC

Friends can play a pivotal role in helping individuals cope with depression. In the midst of a depressive episode, the isolation and loneliness that often accompany the condition can be overwhelming. Friends provide a crucial source of social support and a sense of belonging, offering a listening ear, empathy, and understanding. Their presence and companionship can act as a buffer against the emotional turbulence of depression, making individuals feel valued and less alone in their struggles.

Exercise

ulizeth — 2023-10-24 20:12:16 UTC

Regular exercise may help ease depression and anxiety by Releasing feel-good endorphins, natural cannabis-like brain chemicals (endogenous cannabinoids), and other natural brain chemicals that can enhance your sense of well-being. In people who are depressed, neuroscientists have noticed that the hippocampus in the brain—the region that helps regulate mood—is smaller. Exercise supports nerve cell growth in the hippocampus, improving nerve cell connections, which helps relieve depression," explains Dr. Miller.

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Older Adults

jtiger11 — 2023-10-31 20:10:03 UTC

Older adults are a special population that is affected by depression. They are more susceptible to depression due to the fact that they are more likely to be isolated and lonely. It is difficult for this population to avoid mental illness because with age comes loss, it is inevitable. Treatment can include living in senior living homes as it surrounds the individual with others in similar situations and provides them with a sense of community and care.

Pregnant woman

jsmit498 — 2023-10-31 20:11:43 UTC

It's known that in some cases pregnant women can develop postpartum depression. ways to help or treat this issue would can be psychotherapy or antidepressant meds non therapy treatments would be communicating with other moms and taking needed rest.

Bus Drivers

ulizeth — 2023-10-31 20:11:54 UTC

The highest rate of depression (16.2 percent) was found among bus drivers. Some of the stress sources of bus drivers are different from other drivers, especially time pressure, shift work, lack of social support, and passenger harassment and violence. All these stresses can exacerbate unhealthy psychological conditions of bus drivers, such as anxiety, depression, anger, depression, and fatigue.

They may face trouble getting the care they need because they don't have the best health care. Or simply because they don't want to seek help.

https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2014/12/which-jobs-have-the-highest-rate-of-depression/383947/

Peer Support Intervention - Perinatal Depression

jtiger11 — 2023-11-07 19:28:50 UTC

Peer support intervention has shown effectiveness in treating or preventing perinatal depression. Perinatal depression is a major issue that effects women world wide, it is defined as "the occurrence of major and minor depressive episodes that occur during pregnancy or in the first 12 months after delivery". Peer support intervention is a method that provides care for the mother from a social network member who has the necessary knowledge of specific behaviors that occur during post partum. This method is promising as it allows the mother to have a reliable network of people who are there for her, which prevents the common depressive feeling of isolation. From this study it was apparent that peer support intervention was well receptive by pregnancy and postpartum women. It may introduce another cost-effective type of human resource when it comes to addressing mental health care. However, it should be noted that this method is not guaranteed to work for every individual considering that there are many different levels of depression and no person is the same.

Benefits of Web Based Self Help Resources for Depression

zjscott2 — 2023-11-07 19:36:06 UTC

In the study by JAMA Psychiatry, the focus was on victims of back pain. Back pain is shown to cause depression so researchers decided to give the participants of the study a double blind test. 149 of the adults with back pain received the treatment and the other 146 did not. The participants receiving the treatment showed a reduction of the risk of depression by 52%. The web based self help resources have been shown to be able to prevent depression by giving the subjects affirmative words and reasoning with the subjects. These web sites provided users with at home activities to do to prevent depression such as yoga, social interaction, exercise, and self care. Thus giving them an extra sense of security in themselves and keeping away the causes of depression. The preventative measure being online gives the advantage of easy accessibility. However, people who may need more motivation may tend to skip this beneficial resource if they are alone. In the event that the subject follows and goes through the web self help resources thoroughly, improvements in well being and mental health are sure to come while also preventing depression.

Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)

jtiger11 — 2023-11-14 18:25:14 UTC

Electroconvulsive therapy is a form of treatment for depression. The treatment works by stimulating the brain with small amounts of electricity that ultimately produces a small monitored seizure, due to this the patient must be under anesthesia. The shocks causes changes in the brain chemistry and regional connectivity that reduce symptoms of mania, depression, and catatonia. Electroconvulsive therapy usually takes 4-6 treatments for the patient to see improvement.

Virtual Reality

zjscott2 — 2023-11-14 18:49:01 UTC

Studies show that monitored virtual reality experiences can be an aid in helping treat depression. The virtual reality gives the individual a break from the outside world occupying them with games and activities in virtual reality. This can also treat other psychological disorders like anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder. It may only take as a little as one treatment to notice a difference in mood.

EEG

ulizeth — 2023-11-14 18:50:46 UTC

For the diagnosis of mental disorders such as depression, an electroencephalogram (EEG) is a powerful tool due to its high temporal resolution, low cost, noninvasive technique, and easy setup. EEG is also widely used in clinical applications. Counselors may find that digital platforms allow the development of deeper working relationships with clients. An EEG can help identify specific brain patterns or biomarkers associated with depression.

CBT

ulizeth — 2023-11-21 20:09:27 UTC

Public health has brought many therapies to help depression such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This therapy has helped them because they pinpoint life events that contribute to their depression and help them find ways to change, accept, or adapt to those situations. Set realistic goals for the future for the patient. CBT aims to teach people that it is possible to have control over your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT helps you to challenge and overcome automatic beliefs, and use practical strategies to change or modify your behavior.

IPT

jsmit498 — 2023-11-21 20:14:10 UTC

IPT (interpersonal therapy) is a form of public health regulation in that it helps all age groups adolescence, adults and teenagers handle and deal with personal issues that may be aiding in their development of depression.

Presentation questions

ulizeth — 2023-11-28 23:20:13 UTC

Our focus condition was very interesting in many ways. For example, I found it very sad with the amount of side effects it has because it can really ruin one's health and well-being. It's not just feeling sad it is something deeper than that. It's very unfortunate that many people suffer from this but it shouldn't be taken as something different.

The symptoms include

Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood.

Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism.
Feelings of irritability, frustration, or restlessness.
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness.
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities.
For the physiology of it, there are many possible causes of depression, including faulty mood regulation by the brain, genetic vulnerability, and stressful life events.
Women are more likely to have depression than men. An estimated 3.8% of the population experience depression including 5% of adults (4% among men and 6% among women), and 5.7% of adults older than 60 years. Approximately 280 million people in the world have depression. This is because of female hormone fluctuation. Medications and psychotherapy are effective for most people with depression. A primary care doctor or psychiatrist can prescribe medications to relieve symptoms and this really has helped many people with depression from all over the world.
I believe that the challenges people face with depression are not only depression itself but also the healthcare system. The reason why is that many insurance don't cover the cost of going to therapies. Not only that but many people don't have insurance and just going for one visit can be extremely expensive. People also don't have enough time in the day to go to therapy due to work, school, and other daily activities. Many people also refuse to go to therapy because they think it's a waste of time and money but those who gave it a shot say they almost always feel relieved after each session.