Depression
A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
Depression is more than just a low mood – it’s a serious mental health condition (mental illness) that has an impact on both physical and mental health.
Causes – Why do people become depressed?
There is no one reason due to which depression occurs. There are many factors responsible for depression.
Brain Chemistry
In our brain there are chemicals called neurotransmitters, which help send messages between nerve cells in the brain.
When a person is depressed, these neurotransmitters might be in low supply or not effective enough causing various symptoms of depression.
Genetic
Some people inherit genes that contribute to depression. But not everyone who has a family member with depression will develop it. Many people with no family history of depression still get depressed.
Stress
Taking too much stress, using alcohol or drugs, and hormone changes also affect the brain’s delicate chemistry and mood. Some health conditions may cause depression-like symptoms. For example, hypothyroidism is known to cause a depressed mood in some people.
Life Events
The death of a family member, friend or a loved one sometimes goes beyond normal grief & may lead to depression. Other difficult life events such as harsh parenting, divorce, broken relationships, financial loss, exam stress, chronic illness like cardiac or neurological problems – can trigger depression. Whether or not difficult life situations lead to depression can depend a lot on how well a person is able to cope.
Family and Social Environment
For some people, a negative, stressful, or unhappy family atmosphere can lead to depression. Other high-stress living situations – such as poverty, homelessness, or violence – can contribute, too. Dealing with bullying, harassment, or peer pressure leaves some people feeling isolated, victimized, or insecure. Situations like these don’t necessarily lead to depression, but facing them without relief or support can make it easier to become depressed.
Physical Symptoms in Depression
Most of us know about the emotional or mood symptoms of depression. But many people with depression live with chronic pain or other physical symptoms, too.
These aren’t “all in your head.” Depression can cause real changes in your body. For instance, it can slow down your digestion, which can result in stomach problems.
Because these symptoms happen with many conditions, people with depression may never get help for them. They don’t realize that their physical problems might be caused by their mental illness. A lot of doctors miss them, too. Following are some of the physical symptoms of depression.
Dealing with bullying, harassment, or peer pressure leaves some people feeling isolated, victimized, or insecure. Situations like these don’t necessarily lead to depression, but facing them without relief or support can make it easier to become depressed.
- Acidity, Constipation & Indigestion
- Headache
- Joint Pains
- Backache
- Fatigue or Tiredness
- Chest Pain
Samvedana – For Depression Treatment in Ahmedabad
Samvedana is one of the best depression treatment hospital in Ahmedabad and we offer comprehensive mental health services to help patients of all ages living with mood disorders such as depression and anxiety. We utilize evidence-based therapy for major depressive disorder treatments. You can also opt for psychotherapy for depression at Samvedana.
With Dr. Parth Vaishnav, best doctor for depression treatment in Ahmedabad, our inpatient programs offer a safe and secure environment for patients in need of immediate acute care, while our residential, day, and outpatient programs focus on providing skills for patients to manage their illnesses on their own.
If you experience one or more of above symptoms chronically or get various medical report done which are normal, it is time to meet a psychiatrist at the earliest.