Is being depressed real?
Depression is a real illness that researchers believe is caused mainly by imbalances in certain chemicals within your brain called neurotransmitters. Some experts are even starting to frame depression as a systemic disease.
What is the actual reason of depression?
Research suggests that depression doesn’t spring from simply having too much or too little of certain brain chemicals. Rather, there are many possible causes of depression, including faulty mood regulation by the brain, genetic vulnerability, stressful life events, medications, and medical problems.
How to tell if you’re really depressed?
Feeling sad/hopeless/excessively pissed off when people sit down next to you and tell you just to “Cheer up!
What to do if you feel extremely depressed?
Engage in an enjoyable activity like going to a baseball game or attending a social gathering,even if you don’t initially feel like it.
Can you really pull yourself out of depression?
You can pull yourself out of depression in pleasant and empowering way. To pull yourself out of depression implies that you are actively doing something to overcome depression ( 10 Things to Help with Depression ). In taking an active role, you take control away from depression, and you do things intentionally to feel better and better.
What should I do if I think I am depressed?
First, talk to your health care provider. Tell your provider that you think you might be depressed. Your health care provider can help determine whether or not this is true, or refer you to a mental health professional for diagnosis and treatment.