Depression: The facts in the UK

Depression: The facts in the UK Depression is a very common disorder. About 2 in 3 UK adults suffer from depression at some time in their lives. It is estimated that 5-10% of the population are suffering from some form of depression at any one time. What are the causes? The causes of depression are not fully understood, although there are some factors that are thought to cause depression: DID YOU KNOW? • Some people may be affected by early life experiences. Women are twice as likely to suffer from depression • Genetics may mean that some people are more likely to become depressed. than men. • Stressful life events (losing a job, end of a relationship), can trigger depression. • Some physical illnesses and drug treatments can be a cause. • Excess alcohol intake and use of recreational drugs can also cause depression. What are the symptoms? depression low selfés ratbler heplessness Trratblemed e aneaty hooelessness plesepess an, Continuous sadness and low mood. low depression worryguilt Feeling of hopelessness and heles s a essness helplessness. worryguit Feeling anxious or worried. Low self-esteem. • Feeling of guilt. • Feeling irritable. • Lack of motivation or interest. • Difficulty in decision making. Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself. DID YOU KNOW? 2 in 5 people aged over 65 and living in care homes are affected by depression. Around 80,000 children and young people are seriously depressed. GPs write more than 20 million prescriptions for anti-depressants each year in the UK. What can you do to improve your mood? • Diet: Consuming a healthy diet can help to keep the vital nutrients in balance. Avoid eating too many fatty or sugary foods, as these can create energy rushes and crashes that cause mood swings. • Exercise: Being physically active can reduce stress and anxiety. Exercise releases feel-good endorphins in the brain that can improve mood. • Talk to somebody: Speaking about your mood and feelings with others can help to get things off Talking to somebody can mean that you don't feel alone with your problems. your chest. • Don't drink too much: In moderation, alcohol can make us feel happy and content, but it is actually a depressant. Drinking too much alcohol can result in low mood and depression. Which supplements can help? Vitamin B Complex provides all the B vitamins that are important for mental function and mood regulation. Vitamin B Complex Ginkgo Biloba is thought to increase blood flow to the brain, increasing energy and lifting mood. SUPER STRENGTH Ginkgo Biloba 6000mg Omega 3 Fish Oils can help to improve brain function, and could help to reduce depression. HIGH STRENGTH Omega 3 Fish OI 1000mg 180g EA SUPER STRENGTH 5-HТР 100mg 5-HTP boosts serotonin production and therefore may reduce low mood and depression. Sources: http://www.mind.org.uk/mental_health_a-z/7980_understanding_depression?gclid=COLhgfTBi7cCFWbKtAodnUoAHQ | http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Depression/Pages/Treatmentaspx | http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/depression.htm | http://www.patient.co.uk/health/depression | http://www.livestrong.com/article/284913-nutritional-supplements-for-depression/ SimplySupplements Healthy living. made simpler! www.simplysupplements.co.uk Depression: The facts in the UK Depression is a very common disorder. About 2 in 3 UK adults suffer from depression at some time in their lives. It is estimated that 5-10% of the population are suffering from some form of depression at any one time. What are the causes? The causes of depression are not fully understood, although there are some factors that are thought to cause depression: DID YOU KNOW? • Some people may be affected by early life experiences. Women are twice as likely to suffer from depression • Genetics may mean that some people are more likely to become depressed. than men. • Stressful life events (losing a job, end of a relationship), can trigger depression. • Some physical illnesses and drug treatments can be a cause. • Excess alcohol intake and use of recreational drugs can also cause depression. What are the symptoms? depression low selfés ratbler heplessness Trratblemed e aneaty hooelessness plesepess an, Continuous sadness and low mood. low depression worryguilt Feeling of hopelessness and heles s a essness helplessness. worryguit Feeling anxious or worried. Low self-esteem. • Feeling of guilt. • Feeling irritable. • Lack of motivation or interest. • Difficulty in decision making. Suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming yourself. DID YOU KNOW? 2 in 5 people aged over 65 and living in care homes are affected by depression. Around 80,000 children and young people are seriously depressed. GPs write more than 20 million prescriptions for anti-depressants each year in the UK. What can you do to improve your mood? • Diet: Consuming a healthy diet can help to keep the vital nutrients in balance. Avoid eating too many fatty or sugary foods, as these can create energy rushes and crashes that cause mood swings. • Exercise: Being physically active can reduce stress and anxiety. Exercise releases feel-good endorphins in the brain that can improve mood. • Talk to somebody: Speaking about your mood and feelings with others can help to get things off Talking to somebody can mean that you don't feel alone with your problems. your chest. • Don't drink too much: In moderation, alcohol can make us feel happy and content, but it is actually a depressant. Drinking too much alcohol can result in low mood and depression. Which supplements can help? Vitamin B Complex provides all the B vitamins that are important for mental function and mood regulation. Vitamin B Complex Ginkgo Biloba is thought to increase blood flow to the brain, increasing energy and lifting mood. SUPER STRENGTH Ginkgo Biloba 6000mg Omega 3 Fish Oils can help to improve brain function, and could help to reduce depression. HIGH STRENGTH Omega 3 Fish OI 1000mg 180g EA SUPER STRENGTH 5-HТР 100mg 5-HTP boosts serotonin production and therefore may reduce low mood and depression. Sources: http://www.mind.org.uk/mental_health_a-z/7980_understanding_depression?gclid=COLhgfTBi7cCFWbKtAodnUoAHQ | http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Depression/Pages/Treatmentaspx | http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/depression.htm | http://www.patient.co.uk/health/depression | http://www.livestrong.com/article/284913-nutritional-supplements-for-depression/ SimplySupplements Healthy living. made simpler! www.simplysupplements.co.uk