How does stress turn into depression?

 How does stress turn into depression?

It is natural to worry about something. But worrying can be harmful. Stress or worry day and night can lead to depression. And, if the depression is not recognized in time and the support and support of the family is not provided, the situation may become more serious.

Nowadays, many people from young age to old age who suffer from depression are seen in the mental illness department of the hospital. In fact, when the brain does not get complete rest, then a kind of stress builds up in it. As a result, stress gradually turns into depression.

How does stress turn into depression?

Stress is a disturbance in the homeostasis of the body. Homeostasis is a condition that disrupts the physical, mental and psychological functioning of a person. Due to stress, the level of certain hormones in the body increases above average, among which adrenaline and cortisol are the main ones. If the level of these hormones increases continuously, stress turns into depression.

Depression is a serious condition. Although this is not a disease, it is a sign that the body and life are becoming unbalanced. Some people find it necessary to take medication for a solution when they are surrounded by depression. But taking drugs such as 'antidepressants' used for depression alone are not effective enough to balance a person and his life.

Elderly patient population in the hospital

Stress can happen at any age. Hospitals are crowded with patients in the age group of 18 to 26 years. The faster it is identified, the faster it is cured. But ironically, it seems that time is being wasted on superstitions like Jharfuk, blaming some diseases. Patients come to the doctor only when the situation is very complicated. Since it will be too late by then, it will be difficult to return to the previous state.

Stressed patients cannot be cured only by giving medicine and admitting them to hospital. It is necessary to give him love, care and encouragement.

How does depression happen?

Scientific research has not yet clarified what causes depression. But there is some definitive evidence that many things related to people's personal lives play an important role in stress.

There may be some situations in life, about which the situation may become critical if you think about it too much. For example, separation from a loved one, loss of a job, break up of a marriage, failure in studies and many other things cause depression.

In addition, people with negative thoughts about life are more afraid of going into depression. They think that 'I can't be successful, that's why I can't do anything, I'm weaker than others'. There is a kind of panic in their minds. Which increases the risk of depression as the day goes by. In addition, health problems such as thyroid and vitamin D deficiency and side-effects of certain medications can also lead to depression.

Compared to normal people, depressed people prefer to stay away from society, but there are many other symptoms, from which it can be assumed that depression is present.

Symptoms

The symptoms of depression can vary. Being overly sensitive, feeling less or more hungry, sleeping more or less, having anger and irritability, fatigue and lack of energy, stomach and headache, and problems with concentration are symptoms of depression.

If you have problems like sadness or loneliness, negative attitude, physical instability, you should consult a psychiatrist.

There are different levels of depression.

Major depression: In case of depression, the routine of the person is affected. A person suffering from this problem may experience extreme sadness, depression, lack of energy, irritability, lack of attention to work, changes in sleeping and eating habits, physical pain and thoughts of suicide. It may take a week for the doctor to find out that this is the main cause of depression.

In some cases, people experience mild major depression due to trauma. And, according to time, they are handled.

Chronic depression: It is somewhat less severe than major depression. But there is also a danger in this. Chronic depression is also known as 'dysthymia'. In which a person suffers from a bad mental condition for a long time. This condition can last for a year or more. Talk therapy is better than medication in this depression.

However, some studies have shown that a combination of talk therapy and medication has better results. A person who is at risk of dysthymia is at risk of severe type.

Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder is also a type of depression, which is also known as 'manic depression'. It causes imbalance in a person's mood i.e. emotional fluctuations (mania or hypomania).

When a person feels sad or depressed, he loses interest in any activity. But when the mood changes in another direction, he seems full of energy and cheerful. Such changes in mood can usually be seen once or twice a year.

However, this disease is a long-term condition in which the condition is disturbed. Therefore, the person suffering from this disease needs to be treated with the advice of a specialist.

Postmortem Depression: The birth of a child brings a sea of ​​mixed extreme emotions in a woman. In which there is excitement and happiness as well as fear. Sometimes the combined result of all these can be depression. Most first-time mothers may experience mood swings for some time. In which sudden crying, irritability and sleep problems can be seen.

It starts within a day or two of giving birth in women. And it lasts for about two weeks. But some new mothers experience severe depression, which lasts for a long time, called 'postmortem depressive psychosis'.

Premenstrual syndrome: Some women experience breast stiffness, swelling and muscle pain in the first few days before menstruation. This is a natural process.

But in some people, if this natural process is disrupted by hormonal disturbances, it is called premenstrual syndrome. Women with this syndrome may be more dangerous in their 30s and 40s. In addition, women with vitamin B, calcium or magnesium deficiency, high levels of stress, physical inactivity and drinking too much coffee are at risk.

Seasonal affective disorder: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects people according to the change of weather. As the weather changes, some people lose their energy and make them 'moody'. Some may experience depression at the beginning of summer and winter season.

Psychosis Depression: Psychosis is a mental condition. More than two percent of people who are under stress experience such serious conditions. Such people want to talk and travel. Antidepressant and antipsychotic drugs are used for its treatment.

Treatment

Pharmacotherapy: Drug treatment of any mental illness is called pharmacotherapy. Antidepressant drugs are used to treat depression. These drugs are selected based on the symptoms. Generally, it is advised to take this medicine for three months to one year.

By consuming it, some people may experience symptoms like vomiting, dry mouth, dizziness, restlessness, weight gain, and constipation.

Some people cannot take proper care of themselves when they are depressed. Or, when the patient is afraid of harming himself or someone else. In this case, you have to be kept in the hospital. Psychiatric treatment in the hospital helps keep the patient calm and safe until his mood improves.

Consultation required

Talk therapy is considered to be the most effective treatment for depression. Counselors give practical advice to depressed people.

Talk therapy has many stages. And the duration of each is one hour.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

The purpose of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is to help you think positively. Instead of feeling helpless and depressed, a person suffering from depression can cope better with the situation. And, I can start enjoying the situation.

This therapy also focuses on dealing with current situations rather than past or childhood events.

Other treatment options

Some other options for treating severe stress and depression are also becoming effective.

Acupuncture: Needles are used at specific points of the body for treatment. Confidence in it as a treatment for depression continues to grow. This has also led to good results in some researches.

Relaxation Techniques: Relaxation techniques are an important part of stress management. It reduces the stress level of body and mind. Relaxation techniques help you breathe and focus on the present moment.

Massage therapy: Massage is considered to be a sure way to keep the mind and body stress free. It is the oldest method of rejuvenating the mind and body. Massage reduces stress, anger, frustration and depression. Massage provides peace of mind, which increases concentration and reduces excitement.

Dance therapy: Dance is like medicine. It reduces stress and anxiety and increases the flow of energy in the body. Dance releases hormones called endorphins in the brain. Studies and research on this have also found that dancing reduces the risk of Alzheimer's and dementia. Dancing also reduces the risk of depression. In dance therapy, the dance session lasts from one hour to three minutes.

For this therapy, one can join a center that teaches dance or teaches Zumba on the advice of a doctor.