HOW TO IDENTIFY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION

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HOW TO IDENTIFY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION

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UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION Before you can reach out a helping hand to your family member who may be suffering from depression, it is important to thoroughly educate yourself on the topic. Not only will it give you deeper insights into depression but will also help you better empathize with the sufferer and be more patient as a caregiver. A number of websites can help you with this while you could also reach out to a professional to help you identify if someone you love is suffering from depression. Depression counselling in Mumbai has reached a level where you will have plenty of information and help at your disposal. http://www.tanuchoksi.in/


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WATCH OUT FOR A CHANGE IN BEHAVIOUR A depressed individual may appear to be externally happy and contented. A deeper study of their behavior will help you identify a serious underlying condition like depression. Here are some ways • look for a change in routine • mood swings and irritability • heightened anxiety • lack of focus

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PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES TO WATCH OUT FOR A person undergoing depression will not only have different behavioural patterns but will also tend to physically exhibit certain unmistakable signs. Look out for signs of excess stress and fatigue like under-eye bags, muscle aches etc. Sleeplessness and insomnia are commonly observed too. Rapid breathing and a fast heart-rate might also indicate the same.

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SYSTEMATIC OBSERVATION AND DISCUSSION Step one is to observe their behaviour, following which you can keep a journal and note down important points. This will help your mental health professional better understand the issues faced by your loved one. Another good idea would be to reach out to the person you feel is probably depressed and have a heartfelt conversation with him or her. Make them understand that you care about them and are there to help them.

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REACHING OUT TO A PROFESSIONAL Depression within a family is not something which can be dealt with internally. You will have to seek the help of a professional counsellor, family counseling might help too. A number of therapists specialize in issues like depression and even before you take your family member, you can contact these therapists and chalk out a plan of action. Only through your sustained efforts and commitment will your family member recover and be able to lead a better life.

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