Depression and what you should know about it

Depression is quite common. Millions of individuals suffer from depression. One in ten men and one in eleven women will experience major depression at some point in their lifetime.

The symptoms of depression vary greatly depending on the severity of the disorder. The most obvious sign is sadness, frequently without rhyme or reason. The individual may be upset by things such as death of a loved one or a failed relationship. Some individuals may be depressed because of a medical illness, but most commonly it is due to stress. Stress can affect an individual of any age, and often depression runs in families. Luckily, you can treat depression issue by opting for counselling services in Dubai.

Other signs of depression include changes in appetite, sleeping habits, energy levels, and functioning. A depressed individual may have problems with their ability to concentrate, and they will likely have trouble achieving an optimal mood. Someone with depression will have a lack of serotonin, a hormone that regulates mood, aggression and anxiety. There is also a decreased production of a chemical in the brain called acetylcholine, which impacts mood. If you are experiencing such symptoms, it is highly recommended that you should visit a good clinic for depression treatment in Dubai.

Treatments for depression fall into two categories; anti-depressants, which include anti-psychotic medications (antipsychotics) and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Anti-depressants work to reduce the symptoms of depression by affecting the neurotransmitters, and allowing the individual to achieve a state of well-being. Individuals suffering from depression will usually require an initial antidepressant prescription. The purpose of anti-depressants is to prevent the rebound effect of depression, in which the individual will become depressed once the medication wears off.

SSRIs are newer antidepressants, and they work to depression treatment dubai. They work by preventing serotonin from being reabsorbed into the brain, thereby preventing the depression symptoms from occurring. However, while they are used in conjunction with other forms of treatment, such as psychotherapy, it is not uncommon for a person to experience depression “out of the blue”, without having been prescribed an SSRI. This can be dangerous, because not all SSRIs are the same; some can cause certain side effects that can be potentially dangerous.