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Depression is a serious mood disorder that can affect every part of your life. But it is treatable, and there are many treatment options available. These include psychotherapy (also called talking therapy), exercise, diet, sleep changes, and medications.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

No one knows exactly what causes depression, but it is believed to be a combination of factors. People who are prone to depression may develop it after a medical illness or due to certain life events, such as the loss of a job or a relationship breakdown. It also tends to run in families, and it is believed that a genetic predisposition makes some people more vulnerable to depression.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It’s important to remember that, although the symptoms of depression are very real, it is not a weakness or character flaw. It is an illness that can be treated, and once it is treated, most people recover. If left untreated, depression can lead to feelings of hopelessness, suicidal thoughts, and physical problems, such as weight gain, sleep difficulties, and poor digestion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you think you might be depressed, make an appointment with your health care provider. This could be your primary care provider; a mental health professional, such as a psychologist or social worker; or a psychiatrist. Your doctor will do a physical exam and ask about your symptoms, thoughts, and feelings. He or she will use the criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders<\/a>, published by the American Psychiatric Association, to diagnose depression.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Depression treatments include psychotherapy (talk therapy), exercise, diet, sleep changes, medication, and support groups. Psychotherapy can help you learn to manage your symptoms and cope with them more effectively. There are many different types of psychotherapy, and you might try a few before finding the right one for you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Exercise, especially 30 minutes of daily walking, can lift your mood and increase your energy level. A regular schedule, such as a set bedtime and wake-up time, can help you feel more in control. Getting plenty of rest is critical, as is staying away from alcohol and drugs. Support groups are a great place to connect with others and share your experiences. They can help you realize that you are not alone, and they can provide helpful tips on coping with depression.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Medications for depression are used to balance chemicals in the brain that affect your mood. There are many different kinds of antidepressants, and you might have to try several before you find one that helps with your symptoms and has acceptable side effects.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Some people with depression might choose to take part in a clinical trial, which is a research study that looks at new ways to prevent or treat diseases and conditions, including depression. NIMH and other researchers conduct these studies with healthy people as well as those who have depression. Talk to your health care provider<\/a> about the benefits, risks, and possible drawbacks of participating in a clinical trial.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Depression is a serious mood disorder that can affect every part of your life. But it is treatable, and there are many treatment options available. These include psychotherapy (also called talking therapy), exercise, diet, sleep changes, and medications. No one knows exactly what causes depression, but it is believed to be a combination of factors….<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5672","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\nDepression – What You Need to Know - Phenix Health<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Understand depression with Phenix Health. 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