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Causes and symptoms of major depressive disorder

There are many reasons that you could suffer from major depressive disorder. It is a State of mind when individual thought and his brain pour into the series of negative thoughts. The victim developed the tendency to be quiet and introverted, are some of the thoughts that always surround his brain as suicide, break things out of anger and agony, hurting others and hurting themselves. These people are very aggressive and could harm anyone no matter how close can be friends, family or colleagues.

Once a person begins to feel the symptoms of depressive disorder, he or she keeps digging in until someone helps take them advantage of the situation. This person is unable to differentiate between relationships, behaviours and thoughts. They want everything just to get rid of their lives or do something terrible which affirm their sense. In most cases, these people developed the criminal mentality and they begin to make the crime without purpose or reason. They can kill anyone or even to kill without reason.

There are many terrible aspects of depressive disorder and there are some disorders that are associated with mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, because it completely prevents the victim's life into a living hell. Soon, the victim is walking in the dark side of life and the suffering of the agony of the human being. It stops feeling for others and giving importance any in their entourage. They just kept on thought and thought and finally enter the profound silence mode where they even stop to eat or drink. That could be the worst situation for anyone suffering from depression disorder which not only makes the mentally to retirement, but also their families and friends.

Sometimes, those who have this type of depression can certainly find the sounds or may notice other activities that might be not related with real life. This step type is associated with depression; as you also learn to consider this person suffering from such disorders, develop a sense of self-hatred among them. A number of cases has also said that, when someone is actually watching TV, they consider that it must be transfer form any uncertain emotions in their brain. In addition, you will find critics indicator called psychosis, means that you are outside the sensation to associated perception of truth. It is deadly when they are all combined together. If you or maybe others is actually faced with this scene associated with atypical depression, including paranoia, psychosis, or other types of imagine odd, it may require a specialist to treat this disorder and put the victim in a normal state of mind.

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Help Understand Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

Male depression - what exactly does it mean, and how to males experience it differently from women? It comes as a surprise to many people to learn that men and women actually experience it very differently, often feeling very different symptoms and displaying different behaviours. It can be particularly difficult for men as the symptoms of male depression are often quite far from the common conceptions people have developed about how clinical depression looks. The words used can be very confusing, because although the word depression suggests a consistently low and 'sad' mood, it can often manifest in males in the form of agitation and anger.

Depression in men can be particularly hard to diagnose for these reasons, and very often men don't even recognise that they may be suffering from it. This is why it's so important to ensure a wider understanding of how the disorder manifests in men, how it can be controlled and how to find a way through it.

However, although the disorder can show different symptoms in men it's important to keep in mind that what most people think of as 'typical' symptoms are generally still present and dominant in most cases - for example, a loss of enthusiasm for formerly enjoyable activities, loss of interest in sex and consistently 'down' moods, along with recurring thoughts of death and suicide.

So how can you help someone you know who may be suffering from depression - or what can you do if you're a man and you think you might have depression? It's important that if a friend of family member may be suffering, you approach the situation cautiously, as some men may go into denial over having a problem. This denial can sometimes take on an angry form and cause the person to withdraw from you. It's important to broach the subject carefully and be prepared to explain how their behaviour lines up with common symptoms if necessary.

If you believe you might be suffering from depression you should talk to your doctor about potential treatment paths for you, which typically involve some therapy work and often medication (although that's not always the case). In the meantime, it's a good idea to try to avoid stressful situations if possible - while there are often many underlying factors that cause it, being put under pressure can trigger an episode.

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Richard Atchison, raised in New Zealand, graduated in 2002 from Auckland High School. A Presidential Scholar, he entered Auckland State University that autumn as an English major, with an emphasis in Literary Studies. Presently, an article contributor for various sites. bipolar disorder symptoms

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Signs and Symptoms of Childhood Insomnia (Cathryn Harper)

Nothing contributes more to a good day than a good night's sleep. Sometimes, however, you just cannot fall asleep. Worse yet, sometimes your children just cannot fall asleep. And when mom and dad don't get rested, the rest of the crew usually pays for it as well.

When children have difficulty falling asleep, sometimes parents are aware, sometimes they are not. Symptoms are not always conclusive, but take a variety of forms. The most common symptoms include:

Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep
Waking too early
Sleepy during the day
Anxiety
Error or accident prone
Trouble at school (academic or social)
Mood swings
Depression
Hyperactivity
Difficulty remembering things
Aggression

Children sometimes work to avoid bedtime any way they can, including asking for things to eat or drink, asking for another story, or to play one more video game. If a particularly entertaining environment, such as a parent's party or a good movie, is beckoning from another room, that may further aggravate the situation.

It is hard to diagnose whether a child has insomnia since the symptoms are so general and could be caused by so many things. Keeping a sleep diary for a few weeks may help decide whether this is just a temporary problem or turning into a permanent one.

Talking with your pediatrician may also shed light on the situation, helping to eliminate other issues and isolating the true problem. A physical exam to rule out other possibilities is also a good idea, helping to identify whether a child has primary or secondary insomnia. Secondary insomnia is due to a distinct cause such as an underlying disease or condition, where primary is not.

Insomnia may be either of the short-lived acute variety, or the long-term chronic type. The acute type lasts only a few nights or a few weeks and may not require treatment. Chronic insomnia, however, rears its ugly head three or more nights a week for a month or more.

Some patients are referred to a sleep center, where they spend the night with observers and electrodes attached at vital points to set some baselines and provide some insight for doctors in assessing the condition.

Causes are many, from stress, to medication side effects, ADHD, asthma, allergy and muscle cramps. More serious causes running from autism and Asperger's, to neurodevelopmental and bipolar disorders, may also be the culprits. Simpler causes may be too many caffeinated drinks, colas, or energy drinks.

Treatment ranges from initiating a good sleep regimen and some options when sleep is hard to come by, to behavioral therapy and indirect hypnotic suggestions, such as guided fantasy stories embedding a personal fairy tale that helps to put the child in control, giving a feeling of security and relaxation. Other solutions include teaching children how to relax, and providing quiet things for them to do when they wake, like reading, that may, in turn, send them back to their pillow, happily snoozing till dawn.

Cathryn is a working mother of three. A self-professed health and fitness nut, Cathryn loves to research and write about health and wellness related topics. For further inquiries please visit at http://www.cathrynharperpress.com/

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Signs and symptoms of depression (globalcompliancepanel.com)

Like all other ailments originating in the mind and staying there -many ailments originate in the mind and manifest on the body and are grouped under psychosomatic disorders -depression is difficult to recognize and classify in easy ways. Often, signs and symptoms in a person who has depression take many years to show up. Even to spot this, it takes quite a lot of effort, and the people recognizing it in a person newly should have known that person for a long time to notice differences that are tangible.

Symptoms have to be looked for carefully

Many mental disorders are a little difficult to detect. This is especially true of depression, because we all have it to some or another extent at various points of time in our lives. We all go through rough patches, many times over day-to-day matters. When we have an argument with our spouse for instance, we feel low for a while. We are all prone to mood swings over small matters a lot of times. This being the case; it is a little difficult to identify depression as an ailment. A person with disorders like bipolar disorder or schizophrenia is a lot easier to identify than one with depression.

Look for some signs

Lack of interest in day-to-day activities could be one of the first signs of a depressed mind. The person in whom depression is setting in has a difficulty in maintaining interest in small things. If you asked that person to pluck vegetables from your garden, he would probably take two or three attempts at completing the job. In between; he could probably be disturbed by thoughts of a past incident or of an impending danger, usually assumed. It could be that even as he is plucking vegetables, he could be thinking of what to do if his boss fired him today.

Too tired to be entertained

Persistent lack of motivation is another sign of depression. Most people would find diversions like movies, shopping or driving invigorating. But in the depressed person; these are very unpleasant tasks that he has to be forced into doing. It takes a lot of persuasion and cajoling to get the person to do simple things like doing the laundry. People with depression also have very low sexual appetite. A partner can use this parameter to find out if the person has depression. Any noticeable dip in drive, without another noticeable factor, could be an indicator of depression.

Spotting early is better

Depression is best treated when it is detected earlier on. As we saw; it is not very easy to identify depression quickly, because it seldom sets in overnight, unless in cases of extreme shock, such as death of a loved one or some other tragedy. It is important to keep looking out for changes in behavior.

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Signs and Symptoms of Childhood Insomnia (Cathryn Harper)

When children have difficulty falling asleep, sometimes parents are aware, sometimes they are not. Symptoms are not always conclusive, but take a variety of forms. The most common symptoms include:

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Signs and symptoms of depression (globalcompliancepanel.com)

Symptoms have to be looked for carefully

Look for some signs

Too tired to be entertained

Spotting early is better

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Personality Disorder Information

Disorder	Rating
Paranoid Disorder:	Very High
Schizoid Disorder:	Moderate
Schizotypal Disorder:	Moderate
Antisocial Disorder:	High
Borderline Disorder:	Very High
Histrionic Disorder:	Moderate
Narcissistic Disorder:	Very High
Avoidant Disorder:	Low
Dependent Disorder:	Moderate
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder:	Moderate
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An exceptionally good test. Although the results are never precise in any of such test because usually people tend to exaggerate or downgrade certain traits of theirs. Anyway what really drew my attention is the following brief personality disorder Information:

Paranoid
Paranoid personality disorder is characterized by a distrust of others and a constant suspicion that people around you have sinister motives. People with this disorder tend to have excessive trust in their own knowledge and abilities and usually avoid close relationships with others. They search for hidden meanings in everything and read hostile intentions into the actions of others. They are quick to challenge the loyalties of friends and loved ones and often appear cold and distant to others. They usually shift blame to others and tend to carry long grudges.

Schizoid
People with schizoid personality disorder avoid relationships and do not show much emotion. They genuinely prefer to be alone and do not secretly wish for popularity. They tend to seek jobs that require little social contact. Their social skills are often weak and they do not show a need for attention or acceptance. They are perceived as humorless and distant and often are termed "loners."

Schizotypal
Many believe that schizotypal personality disorder represents mild schizophrenia. The disorder is characterized by odd forms of thinking and perceiving, and individuals with this disorder often seek isolation from others. They sometimes believe to have extra sensory ability or that unrelated events relate to them in some important way. They generally engage in eccentric behavior and have difficulty concentrating for long periods of time. Their speech is often over elaborate and difficult to follow.

Antisocial
A common misconception is that antisocial personality disorder refers to people who have poor social skills. The opposite is often the case. Instead, antisocial personality disorder is characterized by a lack of conscience. People with this disorder are prone to criminal behavior, believing that their victims are weak and deserving of being taken advantage of. They tend to lie and steal. Often, they are careless with money and take action without thinking about consequences. They are often agressive and are much more concerned with their own needs than the needs of others.

Borderline
Borderline personality disorder is characterized by mood instability and poor self-image. People with this disorder are prone to constant mood swings and bouts of anger. Often, they will take their anger out on themselves, causing themselves injury. Suicidal threats and actions are not uncommon. They think in very black and white terms and often form intense, conflict-ridden relationships. They are quick to anger when their expectations are not met.

Histrionic
People with histrionic personality disorder are constant attention seekers. They need to be the center of attention all the time, often interrupting others in order to dominate the conversation. They use grandiose language to discribe everyday events and seek constant praise. They may dress provacatively or exaggerate illnesses in order to gain attention. They also tend to exaggerate friendships and relationships, believing that everyone loves them. They are often manipulative.

Narcissistic
Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by self-centeredness. Like histrionic disorder, people with this disorder seek attention and praise. They exaggerate their achievements, expecting others to recongize them as being superior. They tend to be choosy about picking friends, since they believe that not just anyone is worthy of being their friend. They tend to make good first impressions, yet have difficulty maintaining long-lasting relationships. They are generally uninterested in the feelings of others and may take advantage of them.

Avoidant
Avoidant personality disorder is characterized by extreme social anxiety. People with this disorder often feel inadequate, avoid social situations, and seek out jobs with little contact with others. They are fearful of being rejected and worry about embarassing themselves in front of others. They exaggerate the potential difficulties of new situations to rationalize avoiding them. Often, they will create fantasy worlds to substitute for the real one. Unlike schizoid personality disorder, avoidant people yearn for social relations yet feel they are unable to obtain them. They are frequently depressed and have low self-confidence.

Dependent
Dependent personality disorder is characterized by a need to be taken care of. People with this disorder tend to cling to people and fear losing them. They may become suicidal when a break-up is imminent. They tend to let others make important decisions for them and often jump from relationship to relationship. They often remain in abusive relationships. They are overly sensitive to disapproval. They often feel helpless and depressed.

Obsessive-Compulsive
Obsessive-Compulsive personality disorder is similar to obsessive-compulsive anxiety disorder. People with this disorder are overly focused on orderliness and perfection. Their need to do everything "right" often interferes with their productivity. They tend to get caught up in the details and miss the bigger picture. They set unreasonably high standards for themselves and others, and tend to be very critical of others when they do not live up to these high standards. They avoid working in teams, believing others to be too careless or incompetent. They avoid making decisions because they fear making mistakes and are rarely generous with their time or money. They often have difficulty expressing emotion.

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Symptoms of depression

In the first post I quoted the article which explains the built-up of depression. Now let us look closely on its symptoms so that we know every bit about the sickness we face. Here I’m posting the list of the most common symptoms of depression with my comments.
Feedback is much appreciated.

1. Depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day, as indicated by either subjective report (e.g., feeling sad or empty) or observation made by others (e.g., appears tearful). (In children and adolescents, this may be characterized as an irritable mood.)

This one is the most common symptom associated with depression and it is quite different from ‘feeling blues’. The main difference is that the feeling of sadness \ emptiness during depression is nearly constant. Moreover you keep thinking about it and pity yourself which makes it worse.

2. Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in all, or almost all, activities most of the day, nearly every day

No matter If you have to participate in some job-related or fun activities - you wake up in the morning tired and go on through the day feeling sad and unwilling to do anything but sit and think about how bad you feel today. Everything else seems worthless if not annoying.

3. Significant weight loss when not dieting or weight gain (e.g., a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month), or decrease or increase in appetite nearly every day.

e.g. you are sure that you are not physically hungry. However, you keep eating more and more. Be it intentional search for some food in your kitchen or unwitting constant picking of some snacks while reading or sitting at the computer.

4. Insomnia or hypersomnia nearly every day

Troubles with getting to sleep and waking up in the morning, sleepy feeling during the day, multiple awakenings during the night, a desire to sleep long hours – sleeping disorders and depression are tied closely and can influence each other in different ways.

5. Psychomotor agitation or retardation nearly every day

Swinging emotions as well as sudden changes from tiredness and lack of movement to agitation and rush.

6. Fatigue or loss of energy nearly every day

This one is close to the second point: every action either physical or cognitive causes energy loss, annoyance and tiredness.

7. Feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt nearly every day

Consequences from unwillingness to do anything lead to the thoughts like “I don’t want and can’t do anything, I do everything wrong, I am a burden to everyone” etc. These thoughts bore sense of guilt for everybody and lack of confidence which make original depressive feelings worse.

8. Diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness, nearly every day

Inability to concentrate or attempts to concentrate on too many things, being at the same time unable to finish all of them properly. Attempts to complete many tasks at the same time.

9. Recurrent thoughts of death (not just fear of dying), recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan for committing suicide

It can be not even a real suicide planning, but playing and experiencing a ‘movie’ in the mind of how will it be to commit suicide. However planning, attempting and committing suicide is a way for patients to free themselves from suffering on critical stage of depression.

The list is taken from here.

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