Depression and its treatment

Around one in every 10 people will suffer from depression. Brain regions that control mood are often disrupted in depression. Antidepressant drugs or behavioral therapy can offer some relief. By understanding the brain better, our ability to treat depression should also get a boost.

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[everytatti]

I literally cried while watching this video. I miss the 'before depression' me.

[subbannar]

People who never had depression can't understand the pain of it

[danielmoncada]

I am depressed and what hurts me the most is that my family does not believe me and think is an excuse to not do anything :(

[MaursonTechnology]

I just want you all to know that your amazing. No matter what happens, never give up. Always the hardest battle is given to the strongest soldiers. So please don't give up. You are strong and you are precious. I hope I did not disturb you. Lots of love.

[bestaneierflott]

I suffered the borderline disorder for over 23 years, with so much anxiety not until I came across psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment actually saved my life honestly. 6 years totally clean.
Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms

[mirsec]

Depression has really taken a toll on my intellectual capacity and memory capabilities, so this makes sense for the most part.
Exercise really helps me relax, as does meditation and just about anything that distracts me.
As this video states, most antidepressants take time to benefit its patients, therefore in my opinion, consistency with natural remedies is crucial for results.

[BULLROTBASEL]

Depression is always a sign that something is wrong with your life. The only way do overcome depression is changing your life even if its very very hard. You should never stop just keep on doing something that you like. My mother and me had depressions for a long long time and i always said to myself: nothing is gonna break me im stronger than this world. And today i feel much better.
NEVER EVER GIVE UP IN LIFE. YOU ARE STRONGER THAN YOU THINK. I PRAY FOR ALL OF YOU. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

[PawanKumar-ikhv]

I won a battle against depression and helped 4 people to come over it..
My brother, cousin sister, uncle and a friend ..
I am thankful to god that I suffered depression and now helping depressed people...

[Gulfiros_penaberim]

I do not need explanation of depression, I need a cure because so tired of being depressed all the time, I wonder how could I live a normal life like all the other people. I am exhausted

[JonnyQ]

I have this for 3 plus months it came out of no where, it's the worst thing, I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. But I will wish that one day each and everyone of us that's going though Anxiety, depression etc will wake up, and be cure with it.

[soim]

I'm from India....it took me near 1 year to realise that it is a disorder and I'm depressed, and also being introvert I have no friends not a single person to talk ...and that ate me from inside the most ...once i came to suicidal decision but as its forbidden in my religion I didn't dare to act upon it... In my society it's not a disorder to treat or talk about... I'm still depressed 😔 still in search of a person to talk freely with..hope I will overcome one day.🙂

[solpoi]

The worst part is most people around you will think of your depression as an excuse to lazing around. I hope one day they suffer the same so at least they know how it feels like.

[pharaohphoenix]

Depression can be so hard to deal with. It’s a day to day battle which can consume our lives completely. Those who don’t understand can say the wrong words and make the feelings of alone higher. Remember that with the right tools, support and understanding, you can gain control over your depression. Replace medication with meditation. I offer anyone who feels alone to get in touch anytime! Never feel alone. You have my support, advice and words of encouragement from my channel. Big hug and stay strong and awesome :)

[MunabManay]

I've been going through depression for the last 4 5 months and the worst thing that i experienced in this whole time is lack of interest. I wish everything will be alright.

[mogstar]

No one knows when it can strike. A mixture of anxiety and depression goes around in a circle. One begets the other and the cycle is hard to break. My tips for overcoming it are to sleep only at night and keep busy all day long. Knitting, reading, doing diy - fill every single minute of your day. Yes, you will feel nothing for weeks, but keep taking your meds and things will get easier. Don't wait until you need ect as it will destroy your memory. I had it and yes it worked, but there is a price to pay. Some people will never understand depression as they will never succumb to it. How lucky they are! Depression is a cycle and you will come out of it. Be kind to yourself - it is an illness, and don't worry about what people say. You are what matters. Believe in will be free one day. God bless!

[lazykoala]

I've been depressed since I was 8, I'm currently 15.

When I tell my friends that I've been depressed for so long and I don't have the energy to fight anymore, they answer with "you have been depressed for a couple of years, that's not long. I know people who are 100 and they have been depressed all their life, so stop"
I try to tell them "that's the thing. I don't want to live to 100 and realise my life has been pointless, I want to end it all right now"


Sorry for making anyone sad by writing this but I really need to vent

[applepretz]

When I address something to my mom she see that disrespect & get angry and yell loudy. It's super stressful living with family & being around them for too long triggers my anixiety. I cry almost everyday thinking about them but I make time for positive distractions. For anyone going through tough times I fucking love you. You're a warrior. Stay strong 💪

[kayleighSky]

Feeling sad? That's how you describe a symptom? No no sad is an every day feeling. Oh you dropped a sock how sad? No. You wake up and you go through the day and nothing inspires you. You want to do things but you just can't for some reason. And everyone is saying you're making it up but you know you're not. It's not like a hug can make you feel excited. No you have no emotion. Maybe a momentary lapse out of this ridiculous fog but it goes away right when you think "oh maybe I'm ok".

It's like a fog. A void. Murky water. It's like running in water with no visibility and the muffled sounds echoing around you. Your senses are dulled and useless. And then some asshole says you have to make it out of this hell or you will die in ten minutes. So you're sprinting in hip high, murky, polluted water, surrounded by a dense fog. You can't see, you can't hear and so you panic because you have no clue what is going on. And right when you get to the point of giving up that is when you hit depression.

[borderlord]

Consistent Hard exercise, running and Calesthenics will kickstart you out of depression.
But you also must be honest with yourself over any problems, situations or behaviour you think are leading you to a repeating depressive mood!

[donnakeeley]

I've been clinically depressed since I was 5 yr old and now at 66 yr old I take pills and they help me with depression and sometimes I don't want to die to relieve the pain. I hope you get help and you too, can have normal moments.