introduction to depression

First we would like to start by showing a video on ‘DEPRESSION’

Introduction to depression

Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to

activity that can affect a person's thoughts,

behavior, feelings and sense of well-being.

Depressed people may feel sad, anxious, empty,

hopeless, worried, helpless, worthless, guilty,

irritable, hurt, or restless.

Depressed mood is not necessarily a psychiatric

disorder. It may be a normal reaction to certain

life events, a symptom of some medicalconditions, or a side effect of some drugs or

medical treatments.

CAUSES OF DEPRESSION…

causes of depression

Long Term Events:Long-term unemployment, living in an abusive or uncaring relationship, long-term isolation or loneliness, family history, personality, serious medical illness.

Self-HatredHarassment, peer pressure, and an urge to

fit in, all could lead to depression. The desire to be skinny or “perfect”, and

self-disappointment lead to self-hatred

depression.

EFFECTS OFDEPRESSION

Persistent sadness, downcast expression, or low moodPersistently decreased interest in activitiesDisturbed Sleep Appetite disturbanceIncreased fatigue Increased irritabilityIncreased physical complaints Feelings of worthlessness Suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, preoccupation withdeath, or thoughts about hurting oneself or othersIrrational worries or fearsDifficulty concentrating and/or forgetfulnessIncreased fights, arguments, or unusual behaviors Heightened sensitivity to perceived criticism

Your body is not a paper

Example of the effects of depression

Self-HarmSelf-harm (SH) or deliberate self-harm (DSH) includes

self-injury (SI) and self-poisoning and is defined as the

intentional, direct injuring of body tissue most often

done without suicidal intentions.

Now we are going to perform a skit of what a person undergoes

when she has depression

Other disorders related to depression.

• Paranoia• Bulimia• Bipolar Disorder• Anorexia• Psychosis• Insomnia

Ways tocontrol

• Always maintain a support system for example your friends and tell them your problems so that they can help you out.

• Always be around positive thinking people.

• Keep yourself preoccupied with other stuff for example sports And reading books. Try various therapies and remedies for example music or art therapy if you are still not able to get over depression then

• Try to consult a psychiatrist as soon as possible.

What NOT to do

Presented By Group-3

Shuchita, Sanora, Remya, Niveditha, Sherin, Sneha,

Suramya, Deeksha, Siddhi,Jubina,Joshia.Leya and

Sherin