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What You Really Need To Know About Depression
Let Dr Lade clarify every misconception and debunk every myth you’ve heard about depression.
Listen in to another episode of Our Mental Health Matters Podcast to learn the real deal about depression. Dr Lade talks about its clinical definition, its symptoms, and its treatments. Depression is a mental disorder and it isn’t just a form of sadness as some would say. This should be a good eye-opener for everyone, especially for those who may be not aware that they have a depressed loved one. Make sure to take mental notes as Dr Lade shares the symptoms of depressions. There are also great tips for you so you can learn to be supportive of your depressed loved one.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Depression is twice as common in women than in men.
- Depression comes in episodes.
- Contributing factors in depression:
- Significant hereditability – “There’s a 40% chance of developing depression if there’s a family member who has depression already.”
- Environmental factors – negative life events, early adversity, neglect & abuse, traumatic events
- Psycho-social factors – socio-isolation & negative interpersonal relationships
- Depressed people easily lose concentration and focus. Most of the time, it’s difficult for them to complete tasks. They also feel reduced self-esteem, low self-confidence, and unworthiness.
- In terms of treatment, we approach it in 3 ways: biological, sociological, and psychological.
- Biological – treatments through medications that increase certain chemicals in certain parts of the brain.
- Psychological – CBD therapy, intrapersonal therapy, etc. (depending on symptoms)
- Sociological – support from family, loved ones, and friends.
- Tips in helping loved ones with depression:
- Seek them out to talk.
- Listen closely.
- Do not judge.
- Pay close attention when they’re on a depressive episode.
- Spot the triggers & early warning signs.
BEST MOMENTS
- "Depression is a health problem. It is not just a state of the mind like some people think. it can affect anyone."
- “One in four women will experience depression in their lifetime. One in five people will experience depression in their lifetime.”
- “People who become depressed lose interest in activities they used to do – they used to find enjoyment in.”
ABOUT THE HOST
Dr Omalade Amaka Abuah is a Specialist Registrar in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the National Health Service (NHS). She is a medical doctor with a passion for mental health matters in children and adolescents.
Dr Lade aims to reach out to everyone and encourage learning about mental health through the Our Mental Health Matters Podcast. A better understanding of mental health is the first step in helping your loved one cope with mental illness, improve his mental health, and live his best life.
CONTACT METHOD
- Dr Lade’s Twitter
- Dr Lade’s LinkedIn
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Let Dr Lade clarify every misconception and debunk every myth you’ve heard about depression.
Listen in to another episode of Our Mental Health Matters Podcast to learn the real deal about depression. Dr Lade talks about its clinical definition, its symptoms, and its treatments. Depression is a mental disorder and it isn’t just a form of sadness as some would say. This should be a good eye-opener for everyone, especially for those who may be not aware that they have a depressed loved one. Make sure to take mental notes as Dr Lade shares the symptoms of depressions. There are also great tips for you so you can learn to be supportive of your depressed loved one.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Depression is twice as common in women than in men.
- Depression comes in episodes.
- Contributing factors in depression:
- Significant hereditability – “There’s a 40% chance of developing depression if there’s a family member who has depression already.”
- Environmental factors – negative life events, early adversity, neglect & abuse, traumatic events
- Psycho-social factors – socio-isolation & negative interpersonal relationships
- Depressed people easily lose concentration and focus. Most of the time, it’s difficult for them to complete tasks. They also feel reduced self-esteem, low self-confidence, and unworthiness.
- In terms of treatment, we approach it in 3 ways: biological, sociological, and psychological.
- Biological – treatments through medications that increase certain chemicals in certain parts of the brain.
- Psychological – CBD therapy, intrapersonal therapy, etc. (depending on symptoms)
- Sociological – support from family, loved ones, and friends.
- Tips in helping loved ones with depression:
- Seek them out to talk.
- Listen closely.
- Do not judge.
- Pay close attention when they’re on a depressive episode.
- Spot the triggers & early warning signs.
BEST MOMENTS
- "Depression is a health problem. It is not just a state of the mind like some people think. it can affect anyone."
- “One in four women will experience depression in their lifetime. One in five people will experience depression in their lifetime.”
- “People who become depressed lose interest in activities they used to do – they used to find enjoyment in.”
ABOUT THE HOST
Dr Omalade Amaka Abuah is a Specialist Registrar in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the National Health Service (NHS). She is a medical doctor with a passion for mental health matters in children and adolescents.
Dr Lade aims to reach out to everyone and encourage learning about mental health through the Our Mental Health Matters Podcast. A better understanding of mental health is the first step in helping your loved one cope with mental illness, improve his mental health, and live his best life.
CONTACT METHOD
- Dr Lade’s Twitter
- Dr Lade’s LinkedIn