Depression is one of the most common emotional disorders. It may be manifested in varying degrees: from feelings of slight sadness to utter misery and dejection. Depression is a very unpleasant malady and is far more difficult to cope with than a physical ailment. The growing complexities of modem life and its resultant crises, as well as the mental stress and strain of day-to-day life, usually leads to this disorder.
Depression Symptoms
Acute sense of loss, inexplicable sadness, loss of energy, lack of interest
The most striking symptoms of depression are an acute sense of loss, inexplicable sadness, loss of energy, lack of interest in the world around, and fatigue. A disturbed sleep is a frequent occurrence.
Loss of appetite, giddiness, itching, nausea, agitation, irritability
Other symptoms of depression are loss of appetite, giddiness, itching, nausea, agitation, irritability, impotence or frigidity, constipation, aches and pains all over the body, lack of concentration, and indecisiveness.
Low body temperature, low blood pressure, hot flushes and shivering
Cases of severe depression may be characterised by low body temperature, low blood pressure, hot flushes and shivering.
Causes of Depression
Prolonged periods of anxiety and tension
Prolonged periods of anxiety and tension can cause mental depression.
Excessive and indiscriminate use of drugs
The excessive and indiscriminate use of drugs also leads to faulty assimilation of vitamins and minerals by the body and ultimately causes depression.