What illnesses often coexist with depression?

The willingness to share does not make one charitable; it makes one free.  ~Robert Brault

Depression often coexists with other illnesses that may 
precede the depression, follow it, cause it, be a consequence 
of it, or a combination of these. It is likely that the interplay 
between depression and other illnesses differs for every person 
and situation. Regardless, these other coexisting illnesses need 
to be treated. 

One problem with this situation is that, people who are ill and also feeling depressed often give up. They give in to the ailments and careless about taking care of themselves or being cared for. They resist to help and push others away. In such situations, caregivers shall become stressed out, may become angry and discouraged. Many times, people just give up on helping.

That's why depressed people will usually end up being alone and neglected. It takes love to care for someone who is ill. But it takes true understanding and patience to succeed in that quest. Caring for someone who is NOT motivated to care for him/her self is a challenging task. 

Depression often coexists with eating disorders such as:

• anorexia nervosa, 
• bulimia nervosa,
• anxiety disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), 
• obsessive-compulsive disorder, 
• panic disorder, 
• social phobia and 
• generalized anxiety disorder.

Although alcohol and substance abuse or dependence may occur more for men than women, women are more prone than men to having a coexisting anxiety disorder. 

Women suffering from PTSD, which can result after a person endures a terrifying ordeal or event, are especially prone to having depression at the same time as depression, 

the coexistence of mood disorders and substance abuse is common among the U.S. population.

Depression also often coexists with other serious medical illnesses such as:

• heart disease,
• stroke,
• cancer,
• HIV/AIDS,
• diabetes,
• Parkinson’s disease,
• thyroid problems and
• multiple sclerosis.

Having depression in addition to a serious medical illness tend to have more severe symptoms of both illnesses. They also have more difficulty adapting to their medical condition, and more medical costs than those who do not have coexisting depression.

"Wisdom comes from within." 

Source: U.S. National Institute of Mental Health
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Research has shown that treating the depression 
along with the coexisting illness will help ease both conditions. 





Post 4/17/2013

Common causes of depression in women?

They call it PMS because Mad Cow Disease was already taken.  ~Author Unknown

It is likely that genetic, biological, chemical, hormonal, environmental, psychological, and social factors all intersect to contribute to depression. However, in women, depression often tie to a family history of depression and hormonal changes patterns.

Genetics Factor
If a woman has a family history of depression, she may be more at risk of developing the illness. However, this is not a hard and fast rule. Depression can occur in women without family histories of depression, and women from families with a history of depression may not develop depression themselves. Genetics research indicates that the risk for developing depression likely involves the combination many factors, yet genes do play a role.


Brain chemistry appears to be a significant factor in depressive disorders. Modern brain-imaging technologies, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), have shown that the brains of people suffering from depression appear different than those of people without depression. The parts of the brain responsible for regulating mood, thinking, sleep, appetite and behavior don’t appear to be functioning properly. Important neurotransmitters— chemicals that brain cells use to communicate—may be out of balance. But these images do not reveal WHY the depression has occurred.

I have depicted a damaged brain cell similar to a burnout light bulb. This may offend some people. But, the truth is, like all cells in the body, brain cells do get damaged and do died out. But rest assure, this is nothing new to scientists. Our body discards old cells and damaged cells and replaces them all the time.

The body regenerates through cells reproduction, proteins and other biochemicals replacement. Such biological actions are often seen in scar and wound recovery. Even in normal conditions, cells get aged and replaced every moment in time. At the end of the day, the body and brain are capable of cells repair, replenishment and replication.

At the time when my mind experiences severe depressive states, I envision that a large numbers of brain cells in my head barely survive. They are like crops in the field, some injured, some eaten, and the rest surviving under harsh conditions.

A few more "don't do this" advice during your pregnancy.

The American Academy of Family Physicians says it's very important to heed a few of them, namely:

• Don't smoke.
• Don't use illicit drugs.
• Don't drink alcohol.
• Don't clean the cat's litter box.
• Don't eat raw meat.
• Don't use a sauna or hot tub.
• Don't douche. Just bathe normally.

Scientists are also studying the influence of female hormones, which change throughout life.   Researchers have shown that hormones directly affect the brain chemistry that controls emotions and mood. Specific times during a woman’s life are of particular interest, including puberty; the times before menstrual periods; before, during, and just after pregnancy (postpartum); and again at menopause.




As a woman, when you love your body, 
you love the next generation. 
Take good care of yourself 
during pregnancy.

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Updated 4/17/2013

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Understand different forms of depression

I know God will not give me anything I can't handle.  

I just wish that He didn't trust me so much.  ~Mother Teresa

   
     There are several forms of depressive disorders. The most common are major depressive disorder and dysthymic disorder. Minor depression is also common.

     Major depressive disorder, also called major depression, is characterized by a combination of symptoms that interfere with a person’s ability to:

1. work, 
2. sleep, 
3. study, 
4. eat, and
5. enjoy once-pleasurable activities. 

     Major depression is disabling and prevents a person from functioning normally. An episode of major depression may occur only once in a person’s lifetime, but more often, it recurs throughout a person’s life.

     Dysthymic disorder, also called dysthymia, is characterized by depressive symptoms that are long-term (e.g., 2 years or longer) but less severe than those of major depression. Dysthymia may not disable a person, but it prevents one from functioning normally or feeling well. People with dysthymia may also experience one or more episodes of major depression during their lifetimes.

     Minor depression may also occur. Symptoms of minor depression are similar to major depression and dysthymia, but they are less severe and/or are usually shorter term.Some forms of depressive disorder have slightly different characteristics than those described above, or they may develop under unique circumstances. However, not all scientists agree on how to characterize and define these forms of depression. They include the following:

     Psychotic depression occurs when a severe depressive illness is accompanied by some form of psychosis, such as a break with reality; seeing, hearing, smelling or feeling things that others can’t detect (hallucinations); and having strong beliefs that are false, such as believing you are the president (delusions).

     Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is characterized by a depressive illness during the winter months, when there is less natural sunlight. The depression generally lift s during spring and summer. SAD may be effectively treated with light therapy, but nearly half of those with SAD do not respond to light therapy alone. Antidepressant medication and psychotherapy also can reduce SAD symptoms, either alone or in combination with light therapy.

     Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depressive illness, is not as common as major depression or dysthymia. Bipolar disorder is characterized by cycling mood changes— from extreme highs (e.g., mania) to extreme lows (e.g., depression). 

*For HELP with emotional crisis Call 1-800-273-8255 
*For Immediate Medical Help Call 911 or go to a hospital emergency room 
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Source: http:// www.nimh.nih.gov/ health/topics/ bipolar-disorder/ index.shtml.
*For HELP with suicidal crisis Call 1-800-273-8255 *For Immediate Medical Help Call 911 or go to a hospital emergency room

"Wisdom comes from within."

The Many Acts of Suicide.

There is no medicine like hope, no incentive so great,
and no tonic so powerful as expectation of something tomorrow.

Orison Swett Marden 

Are feel like a falling leaf?

     When you feel like giving up on life, you may have this feeling of weightlessness and withering away state. If I can compare this state of mind to anything, I would compare it to feeling like a falling leave, lifeless and fragile. It's end of the season kind of thing. But once that feeling passes, you would again feel liveliness and energy. The withering leaf you saw in your mind did fall though.

The is a fallacy to feel like a falling leaf. 

A fallen leaf cannot have feeling of seeing itself. Rather,

I then realize that I am the tree that remain rooted in place.

Next time when you feel like that again, know that the leaf in you may fall, 
but you stay standing.

In addition, you can also seek out a friend or a caring family member to help:

• Offer emotional support, understanding, patience and encouragement.
• Engage you in conversation, and listen to you.
• Share your feelings, and help point out realities and offer hope.
• You express feelings of suicide, and get you the help you need from your therapist or doctor.
• Accompany you out for walks, outings and other activities. 
• Remind you to take care of yourself. Sometimes, we do forget about that.

A person who is less demanding, patient and a good listener will often can help you. I offer you an inspiring video clip featuring a caring highway patrol mission and one officer, Mr. Kevin Briggs. He makes his work at the San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge as meaningful as one can possibly make it.

     ~It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer.  Albert Einstein~ 



Move from grieve to joy!


*For HELP with emotional crisis Call 1-800-273-8255 
*For Immediate Medical Help Call 911 or go to a hospital emergency room 
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"Wisdom comes from within."

These Worthlessness Feelings

Can a balloon make you a champion?

Pride and Triumphs can be very simple.

At the present time, depression is still treated as a woman's illness. Majority of diagnose cases are women. But overall findings suggest that both men and women suffer. Nonetheless, there are more treatment programs are opened up with a focus to treat women. The reason for this urgency is that women in our society are still the primary caretaker of their households. They rear children, care for their spouses and many time do take care of their elderly parents.

How one can reach to God to be freed from distress and sorrow.

It's all about faith.



With all this burden on the should of women, depression hit them even harder than men. Feelings of worthlessness due to prolong depression affect women's ability to care for themselves and others. 

Even if they stop working, daily household chores and responsibilities can become overwhelming.

But whether you are a man or a woman, do fight back these feelings. It is difficult when your body ache, your head weight a ton over your shoulders, and your energy is drained, but don't give in.

If not being able to work like you would normally would, do take a break. Allow yourself sometimes to heal and ease the pain.

What roles have you been in life that you miss most?

There was one thing that took me a long time to come to terms with myself, that was I must be easy with my body and my mind. Not that I could choose. There was a time in life one lives with good health and an abundance of energy. Yet there could be time of illness.

Don't put yourself up against a wall.

What missions have you accomplished?

No matter what you have achieved and what more you want out of life,  

Remember yourself.

Post updated 4/16/2013

Care, Reserve and Reflect...

Who You Are.

"Wisdom comes from within."

Does Low Energy Make You Move Like a Turtle?

The 5 devils of depression.

Droopy
Lazy
Sleepyhead
Down                 
Unmotivated

        

These are the terms people use to describe HOW you 
are instead of how you feel. And you thought being 
labeled as mentally ill is bad enough. 

Nobody cares that your overall self expression is due to prolong 

fatigue
                              
        Low engery
                                    daytime sleepiness 

Depressed moods                    Soreness

Yet, to  make matters worst, others like to see you and 
identify you with these insulting labels. It serves people's 
needs in trying to communicate about you.

Are you aching to find the Old You, full of 
Energy and Vibrancy? When you have energy, 

Your Smiles Come Easy,

You Move Quick,

You Feel Strong,
You engage readily,
You feel

Alert, Energetic, and Driven.

I'm sure that's how you want to feel today, and everyday.
I do too.

Are you indoor today?
Let some sun in by opening the curtain a little!

Whatever you can think of doing, and would
like some energy to do it, here are some simple
ways to and get that Surge of Energy:


Foods      
Such as hot pepper and..
          

...Hot Tea                        
If you like Ginger, you can try making tea with 
fresh ginger. I use it on very cold days of the winter. 
It gives lots of energy and it also is a good remedy for..

Stomach Upset or 
Nausea

These are remedies I know and use them myself. Instead of rushing to the drug store to buy OTC med while undergoing a stomach upset, I can use a few SLICES of ginger if I have them handy.

I've drank tea for many years until I gotten hooked on Coffee with cream and sugar.

While drinking tea first..
Heats you up, then
Gives you a high on its aromas, then
Relaxes you for a long while, and if
You keep on drinking then you'd have to stop because
You'd feel kind of full.

But coffee, no uh. You probably know what coffee makes you feel. I get addicted to its sweet bitter taste and would live on it. But when I get full on it, I also would feel cramp in the stomach due to the high dose of sugar I added.

:)I'll let you in to more tips on gaining energy with each updates, so stay tune!

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And don't forget, pass on the wisdom, share it!

Fatigue Remedy

Post updated 4/12/2013

How the National Institute of Mental Health Defines Depression?

A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn. 

 ~Author Unknown

Depression

Also called: Clinical depression, Dysthymic disorder, 
Major depressive disorder, Unipolar depression

Depression is a serious medical illness that involves 
the brain. It's more than just a feeling of being "down 
in the dumps" or "blue" for a few days. 

If you are one of the more than 20 million people in 
the United States who have depression, the feelings 
do not go away. They persist and interfere with your 
everyday life. Symptoms can include:

• Sadness 
• Loss of interest or enjoyable activities 
• Change in weight 
• Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping 
• Energy loss 
• Feelings of worthlessness 
• Thoughts of death or suicide 

Depression is a disorder of the brain. There are a variety 
of causes, including genetic, environmental, psychological, 
and biochemical factors. 

Depression usually starts between the ages of 15 and 30,
and is much more common in women. Women can also get postpartum depression after the birth of a baby. Some people 
get seasonal affective disorder in the winter. Depression is 
one part of bipolar disorder.

There are effective treatments for depression, including antidepressants and talk therapy. Most people do best by 
using both.                    

When a woman has a depressive disorder, it interferes with daily life and normal functioning, and causes pain for both the woman with the disorder and those who care about her. Depression is a common but serious illness, and most who have it need treatment to get better.

Depression affects both men and women, but more women than men are likely to be diagnosed with depression in any given year.1 Efforts to explain this difference are ongoing, as researchers explore certain factors (biological, social, etc.) that are unique to women.

Many women with a depressive illness never seek treatment. But the vast majority, even those with the most severe depression, can get better with treatment.  More women than men are likely to be diagnosed with depression in any given year.

Post updated 4/09/2013

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