As with most illnesses, there are different types of depression. Depression can usually be treated.
Major Depression
For depression to be diagnosed as a major illness, the person's symptoms must have lasted for at least two weeks and significantly affect his or her professional and social life. Depression affects thoughts, mood and some bodily functions. It impairs eating, sleeping, physical stamina and the ability to produce healthy thoughts.
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Depression is definitely not the same as "temporary sadness". When healthy people with one of the types of depression experience emotional reactions such as pessimism, distress, sadness, grief, or grief in response to unwanted or disappointing events, these feelings are called depressive emotions. Depressive feelings are a normal part of life and in most cases disappear on their own.
The effects of major depression on other areas of life (occupational, social functioning)
- It is very difficult to maintain daily functions with depression. It is very challenging to work, to adapt to the flow of social life.
- Some people experience depression only once in their lives. Others may experience it several times in their lives.
Chronic Depression - Dysthymic Disorder
Chronic depression or dysthymia is a disorder that lasts for a long time (two years or more). In chronic depression, the symptoms are less severe than in major depression and do not interfere significantly with daily life. The person is not severely disengaged from life and can continue with their work and social life.
Atypical Depression
Among the types of depression, the symptoms of atypical depression have some differences from the classical/typical picture:
- Overeating,
- Oversleeping,
- Irritability, outbursts of anger,
- Hypersensitivity to rejection,
- Changing mood (worsening or improving) according to events.
Seasonal Depression
Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder, occurs at the same time every year. It usually starts in the fall or winter and ends in the spring or summer. A rare form is called "summer depression", which starts in late spring or early summer and ends in the fall.
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Depression left untreated;
An untreated episode of depression can last for months or even years. Secondary to depression, other life problems or serious complications such as health problems / other psychiatric illnesses / suicide attempts may occur.
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Psychological aspects of depression
It has a very important role in the formation of negative life events in people who experience one of the types of depression. Some examples of these are;
- Loneliness
- Inadequate social support
- Relationship problems
- Financial problems
- Family history of depression
- Early childhood traumas
- Alcohol and drug addiction
- Health problems and chronic pain
