Different Types Of Depression

Depression: A word that people usually throw around to describe an unpleasant day or a bad mood. But a person who knows depression, it's much more than a word or an emotion. Depression is something that makes simple day-to-day activities hard; it's when you can't enjoy the activities that you once enjoyed when you can't light yourself and the pressure of doing anything consumes you. It's not okay to feel like this and it's okay to do something about it. I hope this article helps you in the best possible way.

There are different kinds of depression and if you feel glum most of the time, find yourself overthinking or have low self-esteem, etc. then there's a chance that you might have clinical depression. Here we're going to talk about the seven most common types of depression.

Major Depressive Disorder:

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), classic depression, or unipolar depression is the technical term for clinical depression. The symptoms are experienced most of the day, every day. You might have this type if you have the following symptoms:

Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much

Loss of appetite or overeating

Fatigue

Feeling worthless or guilty

Trouble concentrating or making decisions

Thoughts of suicide

Loss of interest in formerly pleasurable activities

Unexplained aches and pains

If you experience at least 5 of the above on most of the days for 2 or more weeks then your doctor may diagnose you with major depression. Talk therapy and antidepressants have always been helpful.

Persistent Depressive Disorder:

Also, known as Dysthymia is a type of depression that is present for more days than not for at least two years. It can be mild, moderate, or severe and might not feel as intense as major depression.

The symptoms might include:

Deep sadness or hopelessness

Low self-esteem