Best Major Depression Disorder Remedies
Depression comes in many forms and levels of severity. But “clinical depression” is the term most people are familiar with, and is used to describe the more serious form of depression. Clinical depression’s official designation is “major depression disorder,” which identifies it as a particular type of mental disorder.
The term ‘clinical depression’ is the more popular term used to describe symptoms of MDD. But MDD is so bad that usually people so affected are totally wiped out by it. There are many symptoms of MDD and they include both physical and emotional symptoms. These can include inability to focus, a lack of self-esteem, fluctuations in weight, lethargy, sleeping all day, loss of sex drive, and sadness. Some people even become suicidal.
Some forms of depression that we otherwise think of as separate forms of depression on their own, are actually types of Major Depression Disorder. These include SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) and Postpartum Depression. For these types of depression to qualify as MDD, the patient must have a minimum of 5 of the classic symptoms of depression and have been in a low mood for over 2 weeks. When these symptoms are present, a person needs to be treated as soon as possible, because it is clear he or she is not just experiencing a case of ‘the blues.’
Treatments for MDD have changed over the years, but one controversial treatment is still used 70 years after its introduction: ECT or ElectroConvulsive Therapy.
Certain other treatments being used today for treatment of MDD are controversial. Some therapies – such as “light therapy” for SAD – have earned their place among the ‘official,’ established treatments for depression.
But most natural treatments – although more attractive from a side-effect standpoint – are nevertheless not proving themselves as being effective. Certain herbal remedies have been touted as being effective – such as St. John’s Wort – but have proven only mildly effective in some cases.
But no matter what treatment is selected, getting SOME treatment going (so as to eliminate what works and what doesn’t) is critical. People affected by Major Depressive Disorder need help, whether the treatment is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), medicine, alternative therapy, or a combination of all three.
It would be best to find a qualified medical person who would look for any physical reasons for the depression first. (Things such as diet, disease, and heredity).
Emotional triggers should be looked at next. Things like Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, bereavement that is being suppressed, or other hidden emotional gremlins should be brought out.
Because depression can (and often) has many causes instead of just one, it’s best to find a therapist who can be a good ‘detective’ as well as medical professional. After all, everything from alcohol to lack of sunlight to sexual abuse can be causes. These skills are necessary to discover the right causes for MDD and recommend the correct treatments.
Chuck’s incredible survival of a suicide attempt when he was just sixteen inspired him to write a book to help others. To discover more about Major Depression Disorder, go to his site at http://www.dealwithdepression.org
