Depression is a common mood disorder that causes a feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Depression can impact how a person feels, thinks, and behaves and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. People with depression may experience a lack of interest and pleasure in daily activities, significant weight loss or gain, insomnia or excessive sleeping, lack of energy, inability to concentrate, feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.
Symptoms:
- Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
- Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
- Irritability
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness, restlessness, or having trouble sitting still
- Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities
- Decreased energy or fatigue
- Moving or talking more slowly
- Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
- Difficulty sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
- Appetite and/or weight changes
- Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
- Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems
- Without a clear physical cause and/or that do not ease even with treatment
Anxiety can be attributed to a combination of factors. Feelings of anxiety are normal and common. This emotion is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also experience physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat. If these symptoms persist and keep you from everyday activities, it may signal a larger problem such as anxiety disorder.
Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress. It can be attributed to a combination of factors. Feelings of anxiety are normal and common. This emotion is characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical changes like increased blood pressure. People with anxiety disorders usually have recurring intrusive thoughts or concerns. They may avoid certain situations out of worry. They may also experience physical symptoms such as sweating, trembling, dizziness, or a rapid heartbeat. If these symptoms persist and keep you from everyday activities, it may signal a larger problem such as anxiety disorder.
Emotional Symptoms:
- Apprehension
- Nervousness
- Anticipating the worst
- Irritability
Treatment:
- Psychotherapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy
- Anti-anxiety medications and antidepressants
- Complementary health approaches, including stress and relaxation techniques