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WHAT IS DEPRESSION? WHAT ARE THE WAYS TO COMBAT DEPRESSION?

One of the most important disorders of our age is depression. It is common in all age groups. A few examples of what will be done to combat this problem, which significantly affect the quality of life of the person;

👉 Getting expert help, Keeping in touch with social life, Exercising, Sharing problems with friends etc.

is of great importance.

In order to make a diagnosis of depression, some characteristics of the person should be questioned;

1. Distressed Mood: A depressed, grieving, bleak and distressed mood.

2. Indifference: Interest in activities, activities (reading, exercising, watching TV) may be diminished.

3. Sleep disorders: In this case, the state of sleep, waking up frequently, early morning waking or increased sleep state may be observed.

4. Appetite problems: People can lose weight. Some depressed people may also gain weight.

5. Difficulty in concentration: In case of depression, the person has distraction and difficulty in concentration.

6. Fatigue: Decreases in physical energy.

7. Psychomotor restlessness or retardation: Depression leads to agitation or decreased psychological functions.

8. Thoughts of guilt-worthlessness: Guilt can be heard from the events that happen, and one's feeling of worthless.

9. Life-threatening thoughts: The person may have thoughts of death, tendencies, or attempts to commit suicide.

If during the last 2 weeks you notice at least 5 of these symptoms in your life, which may interfere with your routine, this may mean that you are facing major depression and need psychological help.

PROF. DR. EKREM CULFA

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