In this article, I will tell you about Depression and Eating Disorders which spread rapidly due to unhealthy food and Unmanaged work routines. Depression and Eating disorders can cause serious mental health issues and put the individual’s life in danger.
Depression:
- Continuously sadness, anxiety, or Aloneness
- Thought of hopelessness, Negativism (negative aspects), or shame
- Irritation, restlessness, or furious.
- Significant changes in appetite and sleep patterns
- Fatigue and feelings of laziness and lack of energy.
- Concentration might be disturbed and hesitation in making decisions
Cathy’s overview of Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
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Major depressive disorder (MDD) is defined by continuously low mood, lack of energy, and absence of pleasure which can significantly affect daily functioning habits and loss of interest. Major depressive disorder (MDD)is defined by persistent low mood, lack of energy, and absence of pleasure, affecting daily functioning. Understanding the basic factors such as risk and symptoms is essential before diving into the diagnosis and treatment pool.
- Risk factors for major depressive disorder can include family personal problems that happened in the past personal or family history, chronic illness, and being unmarried, which increase vulnerability to MDD.
- Symptoms of major depressive disorder are poor concentration, suicidal thoughts, loneliness negative thoughts, and worthlessness. When these signs appear you should consult with the doctor.
For the Diagnosis of MDD, it is necessary to track the signs for at least two weeks. In that period you ignore the medical conditions that may cause the same symptoms. Proper Diagnosis is essential which can lead you to get rid of MDD
Types of DD:
There are various types of Depressive disorders having different stages such as seasonal DD, premenstrual dysphoric, major depression, etc these disorders have unique symptoms but they are the branches of the same tree. They also have different treatment options. Effective management often involves a combination of therapy, medications, and community support
Treatments:
Treatment-resistant depression can be addressed through therapies like transcranial magnetic stimulation and electroconvulsive therapy, providing alternatives when traditional methods fail. These options cater to severe cases.
Eating Disorder
What are Eating Disorders?
Genuinely, an eating disorder is like a mental health problem that causes you to think about your body and food. You can also call it a food-conscious disorder because people who dived into it may have an intense fear of gaining weight. Distorted body image and fear of being contaminated food etc.
- Anorexia nervosa: It is an eating disorder the people who engage in this disorder might have an intense fear of gaining weight. Distorted body image, People with anorexia nervosa have restricted food intake which causes weight loss and other health complications.
- Binge eating disorder: An eating disorder marked by recurring episodes of binge eating that do not involve any compensatory behaviors.
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The Relationship Between Depression and Eating Disorders
Depression and eating disorders often coexist, and their relationship can be complex and bidirectional.
- Depression can increase the risk of eating disorders. A person in depression may use eating behaviors to encounter negative emotions
- Eating disorders can increase depressive symptoms. Eating disorders can lead to physical and psychological effects that foster sadness, hopelessness, and low self-esteem.
Treatment
- Psychotherapy: CBT stands for “cognitive-behavioral therapy”. It is a therapy that helps individuals identify their negative thoughts and their causes and also guides them to remove them.
- Medication: Antidepression can be suggested to overcome the depression. Other medical sources to manage anxiety and other symptoms might be helpful in this case
- Nutritional counseling: Registered dietitians can provide significant guidance about eating habits and help to maintain their healthy diet routine.
