is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings and sense of well-being.
Include:
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions
• Fatigue and decreased energy
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness
• Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism
• Insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping
• Irritability, restlessness
• Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once pleasurable, including sex
• Overeating or appetite loss
• Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not ease even with treatment
• Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings
• Thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts
Include:
- Physical Exam
- Lab tests
- Physilogical evaluation
- DSM-5
Include:
- Medications
- Psychotherapy
Other treatment options:
- Electroconvolsive therapy (ECT)
- Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
Consult NeuroPhysician at Aadil Hospital and you may need to consult nutritionist for your poor eating habits.
