Depression Treatment in Homeopathy | Dr Zunzunwala

Definition | Causes| Symptoms |Tests| Types | Treatment

WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

Depression is not a disease, it is a Mental health disorder or Mood disorder characterized by persistently low feelings or feelings of sadness or loss of interest in activities causing notable impairment in daily life.                  

                    Sometimes feeling low or down is a normal part of life, sad and upsetting events happen to everyone. But if you are feeling down or hopeless regularly, might be you could be dealing with depression. Anyone can go through such situations not necessarily he should be a broken heart person or unsuccessful in life. Many successful businessmen and celebrities oftentimes undergo such situations and land in depression. Nowadays this Pandemic of Corona is the commonest reason for depression, patients of corona are isolated and other people due to fear and misinformation discriminates with them and their family. This COVID-19 stigma also leads to depression.

DEPRESSION CAUSES 

The possible causes of depression is mostly a combination of biological, psychological, and social sources that may be circumstantial. These factors may cause changes in brain function including the altered activity of specific neural circuits in the brain. Common causes include

1.  Family history – you are at a higher risk for developing depression if you have a family history of depression.
2.  Early childhood trauma - some events affect the way your body reacts to fear and stressful situation.
3. Chronic illness or skin diseases - chronic illness or skin diseases like psoriasis, leukoderma, leprosy, insomnia, contagious diseases like Corona may put you at higher risk.
4. Drug abuse or alcohol abuse.
5. Menopause in females after the age of 45.
6. Unfulfilled ambition and breakups in adults.

   In addition to these, other risk factors for depression include

• low self-esteem or being self-critical
• personal history of mental illness.
• certain medications. 
• stressful events such as loss of loved one, Financial problem, or separation.

DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS

Depression is persistently feeling blue or a constant state of sadness or loss of interest. Major depression can cause a range of behavioral and physical symptoms. Mostly it affects your mood and also affects your Physical body. Symptoms may be ongoing or come and go. Depression can be associated with thoughts of suicide. Symptoms of depression occur in all age groups varies. Symptoms of depression in men, women, and children are quite similar but affect in a different way.

• MOOD - Such as anger, aggressiveness, irritability, anxiousness, restlessness, anxiety, apathy, general discontent, hopelessness, guilt, mood swings in children.

• EMOTIONAL WELLBEING - Such as feeling empty, sad, and hopeless. children may experience a feeling of incompetence that he can't do anything, or despair, crying, intense sadness, want to b alone.

• BEHAVIORAL - Such as loss of interest, no longer finding pleasure in favorite activities, thoughts of suicide, drinking excessively, using drugs, feeling tired easily, engaging in high-risk activities, withdrawing from social engagements or social isolation, children may get into trouble at school or refusing to go to school, avoiding friends or siblings, thoughts of death, or suicide.

• SEXUAL INTEREST - Such as decreased sexual desire, lack of sexual performance.

• COGNITIVE ABILITIES - Such as the inability to concentrate, difficulty completing tasks, delayed response during conversations, thinking or talking more slowly, declining in school performance, decreasing grades.

• SLEEP PATTERNS - Insomnia, restless sleep, excess sleepiness.

• PHYSICAL WELLBEING - Such as fatigue, pains, headache, digestive problems, decrease energy, changes in appetite, weight gain, weight loss, cramps.

DEPRESSION TESTS

   There isn't a single test to diagnose depression, diagnosis is based on your symptoms and psychological evaluation. in most cases, the doctor will ask a series of questions about you. Moods, appetite, sleep pattern, activity level, thoughts, etc.

  Because depression can be associated with other health problems. Sometimes Thyroid problems or Vitamin D deficiency can trigger the symptoms of depression.

If left untreated complications may include:

• Weight gain or loss
•  Hair Loss
• Physical pain
• Substance use problems
• Panic attacks
• Relationship problem
• Social isolation
• Thoughts of suicide
• Self-harm.

TYPES OF DEPRESSION

    Depending on the severity of symptoms depression can be categorized into two main types.

1. Major depressive disorder
   
2. Persistent depressive disorder.
   

1.  Major depressive disorder

      A major depressive disorder is a more severe form of depression. Its characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and worthlessness that don't go away of their own. To be diagnosed with clinical depression, you must experience five or more of the following symptoms over two weeks.

• Feeling low or depressed most of the day.
  
• Loss of interest in regular activities.
  
• Significant weight loss or gain
  
• Sleepiness or not being able to sleep.
  
• Slowed thinking or movement
  
• Fatigue or low energy mostly daily
  
• Lack of concentration
  
• Recurring thoughts of death or suicide.
  

 2. Persistent depressive disorder

     Persistent depressive disorder can also be called as dysthymia. It's a mild but a chronic form of depression. For the diagnosis to be made symptoms must last at least two years. It is common for people with PDD to - 

• Lose interest in normal daily activities
  
• Feel hopeless
  
• Lack of productivity
  
• Have low self-esteem
  

     Depression can be treated successfully, but it is important to stick to your treatment plan.

Depression Treatment in Homeopathy

Depression is curable, living with depression can be difficult but homeopathic treatment can improve your quality of life. Homeopathy is one of the most effective modes of treatment in cases of depression. Homeopathic remedies are potentized to a dynamic level that is the reason why homeopathic medicines proved best in treating depression with psychotic symptoms. Homeopathic doctors will take a complete case history of patients then according to principles and symptoms similarities most indicated Similimum is prescribed which cures patients.

Along with homeopathic treatment, the patient should follow 

1. Exercise - Aim for 30 min of physical activities daily. Exercise, Yoga or running can increase the production of endorphins in your body which improves your mood.
   
2. Avoid alcohol and drugs - Drinking or misusing drugs may make you feel better for a while but in the long term, these can cause depression.
   
3. Learn to say "NO" - feeling overwhelmed can worsen anxiety or depression symptoms. Setting limits in your professional and personal life can help you feel better. 
   
4. Take Care of Yourself - getting plenty of sleep, eating a healthy diet, avoiding negative people, participate in enjoyable activities.
   

Consult : 

DR Zunzunwala Advanced Homeopathic Clinic

Bansod Plaza, Near Bus Stand, Amravati

Follow us 

 FB IG