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Clinical depression (also called major depressive disorder, or unipolar depression when compared to Bipolar disorder) is a state of intense sadness, melancholia or despair that has advanced to the point of being disruptive to an individual's social functioning and/or activities of daily living. Although a low mood or state of dejection that does not affect functioning is often colloquially referred to as depression, clinical depression is a clinical diagnosis and may be different from the everyday meaning of "being depressed." Many people identify the feeling of being clinically depressed as "feeling sad for no reason", or "having no motivation to do anything." A person suffering from depression may feel tired, sad, irritable, lazy, unmotivated, and apathetic. Clinical depression is generally acknowledged to be more serious than normal depressed feelings. It often leads to constant negative thinking and sometimes substance abuse. Extreme depression can culminate in its sufferers attempting or committing suicide.1
1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clinical_depression
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What are facts about clinical depression?
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/depression/page2_em.htm
What are signs of clinical depression?
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Is severe depression and clinical depression the same thing?
Yes, they are the same. Severe depression is also called "major" depression. The differentiation is with bipolar depression. That depression is the depressive cycle of the illness. Clinical depression is more prevalent in women. While there is no research-based reason for this, in my opinion it is because research has shown that women are more emotional than are men.
According to Emile Durkheim a category of people with a higher suicide rate typically has more clinical depression or lower social integration?
More clinical depression
What mental illness did Teddy Roosevelt have?
He suffered from clinical depression
What are some of the symptoms of clinical depression syndrome?
There are many symptoms of clinical depression. Weight loss or gain, not being able to handle or deal with your problems at hand and always being stressed.
What are the key differences between clinical and non-clinical depression, and how can they be distinguished in terms of symptoms and treatment approaches?
Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is a diagnosable mental health condition that is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities. Non-clinical depression, on the other hand, refers to temporary feelings of sadness or low mood that may not meet the criteria for a formal diagnosis. In terms of symptoms, clinical depression typically involves more severe and persistent symptoms that significantly impact daily functioning, while non-clinical depression may be milder and more short-lived. Treatment approaches for clinical depression often involve a combination of therapy and medication, while non-clinical depression may be managed through self-care strategies such as exercise, relaxation techniques, and social support. It is important to consult with a mental health professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan for either type of depression.
Can love shown towards someone with clinical depression affect his or her depression?
Yes. Many types of depression can be reduced through positive emotions. Even those with severe clinical depression can have it reduced to mild depression or even reduced to barely anything at all. While love and affection do not cure depression, they certainly make it more bearable and easier to deal with.
What has the author Janice Wood Wetzel written?
Janice Wood Wetzel has written: 'Clinical handbook of depression' -- subject- s -: Mental Depression 'The world of women' -- subject- s -: Human rights, Sex discrimination against women, Women's rights 'Clinical Handbook of Depression - Gardner Press Series in Clinical Social Work -'
How would you test st john wort to see if it treats depression?
if it does, it only seems to affect "ordinary depression" that everyone has some of, not "clinical depression"
How do mental experts diagnose clinical depression?
you eat the stuff out of ur butt
What sort of disease is depression?
There are different kinds of depression. While many are psychological in nature, there are branches that deal with Clinical Depression, which is actually due to a chemical imbalance in the brain.
