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Depression is a condition of mental disturbance, associated with low mood. Depression may change the way the patient view the world, in a more negative way. This not only affects the affected individual, but also the family, friends and personal relationship.
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The symptoms are the following: Agitation Restlessness Irritability Concentration difficulty Isolation from society Loss or gain in weight and appetite Feeling of worthlessness Suicidal attempts Sleeping problem Lack of energy and hope
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The biological theory of why depression happen is due to monoamine deficiency, simply put, a chemical imbalance. Treatment: use anti-depressants such as TCA, MAOI, SSRI, and SNRI.
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The psychological theory is that low self-esteem, self-depressive, self-defeating, distorted thinking, negative self-concepts, and a lack of self-efficacy can cause depression. Treatment: therapy such as cognitive behavior therapy, interpersonal therapy, counseling, narrative therapy, and positive psychology.
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The social theory is that wrong parenting, poverty, social isolation and such stress causing environment can cause depression. Treatment: Social support from family and friends by showing no discouragement and being kind and understanding.
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