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What is Depression and how does it affect you?

GETTING an IN-DEPTH LOOK AT DEPRESSION Just as there are different types of depression, there are differences in the way each person experiences them. Learn more about the debilitating disease that often gets swept under the rug. MAJOR DEPRESSION DYSTHYMIA BIPOLAR DISORDER What is Depression? Departing from normal functioning, making it difficult for a person to work, sleep, eat, or enjoy activities. Chronic depression in which moods are regularly low, yet symptoms are less severe. :): There are several types of this disorder, where moods alternate between depressive and manic episodes. Fatigue / loss B of energy PI Reduced appetite and weight loss, or increased appetite and weight gain O Difficulty concentrating. remembering or deciding Persistent sad, anxious, Common Symptoms irritable or "empty" mood Disrupted sleep Sleeping too much on too little Loss of pleasure/interest in activities once enjoyed, including sex Sense of guilt, hopelessness or worthlessness Physical symptoms, like chronic pain or digestive issues, unresponsive to treatment Thoughts of suicide or death ---- 1. Utah Most Depressed States) 2. Kentucky 3. W. Vieginia L.S. Dakota 2. Hawail 3. Delanare Who Does Depression Affect? MOST AT RISK Least Depressed States I Mlilon 17-20 million =1 Million (1. Americans who develop depression each year People 45-64 years old • Women • Those with < high school education O People unable to work or unemployed • Those without health insurance of 9.2 million those have major or clinical depression in 8 women develop depression in their lives V = 500,000 3 million American men Women are 2x as likely as men 2X to struggle with depression. are depressed Many men may fail to recognize or acknowledge their depression. Men are over 4x as likely to complete suicide, 4X though women attempt more frequently. most common in women ages 25-44 Depressed men may be more likely to exhibit certain behaviors, including: 10 - 20% of women experience clinical depression during pregnancy or following birth • Alcohol or substance abuse • Escapist behavior a Inappropriate anger A Risky behavior, such as reckless driving } 10% 20% Controlling, violent or abusive behavior Infidelity or unhealthy sexual relationships 3rd AA Clinical depression may be triggered by Alzheimers, Parkinson's, heart disease Adults 65+ are of youth ages 12-17 experience depression 13% of the U.S. population 20% of suicides 8% Suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death in teenagers cancer and even arthritis Heart attack survivors and congestive 58% heart failure patients have 3-4x greater risk of death within 6 months if depressed 50% Health care costs are 50% higher for depressed seniors than non-depressed of adolescents Older children have a depressive disorder by age 18 are more likely to experience depression of people over 65 believe depression is "normal" as they age 11% 6 Months seniors Economic and Social Cost By 2020 How is Depression Treated? unipolar major depression will be the #2 Per Year in the US, depression costs Depression is highly treatable with medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes O - 2 Billion $50 BILLION o0000 Of that, is due to $24 BILLION lost productivity and absenteeism 00000 00000 00000 00000 illness shortening the length of healthy life Stress Reduction Exercise Nutrition Sleep Social • hospitalizations • medical expenses • disability & associated costs TREATMENT Support REDUCES People usually live with depression for almost a decade before receiving treatment. If you or someone you know is in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and con- fidential support 24 hours a day, 7 NATIONAL Myth: People "snap out of" depression by thinking positively. Myth: Only emotionally troubled people become depressed. Depression Myths SUICIDE Myth: Depression is not a real medical problem. PREVENTION days a week. Fact: Depression is not a sign of weakness or laziness. It is a health problem. Fact: LIFELINE When dialing 1-800-273-TALK (8255), veterans, active military, and their 1-800-273-TALK (8255) families are prompted, during the Fact: Depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain, and can impact a life much the same way diabetes or heart disease would. Depression affects people of all ages, backgrounds and races, not just people with previous emotional troubles. Stress and sukcidepreventionlifeline.org automated greeting, to press 1'to be connected to a veterans suicide prevention hotline specialist. trauma often contribute to depression. Take a free, anonymous mental health screening awww.helpyourselfhelpothers.org Do you think you might be depressed? http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-in-children-and-adolescents http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/male-depression/MCO0041 http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression/MHO0035 S http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,20521449,00.html 8 http://www.helpguide.org/mental/treatment_strategies_depression.htm http://www.nmha.org/go/state-ranking http://www.cdc.gov/features/dsdepression/ http://psychcentral.com/lib/2010/depression-myths-and-facts-demystified/ http://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/depression-types http://www.nmha.org/go/information/mental-health-info/depression/depression-what-you-need-to-know http://www.nmha.org/index.cfm?objectid=C7DF94FF-1372-4D20-CBE34FCO813ASFF9 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMHO001916/ Adolescents Older Adults

What is Depression and how does it affect you?

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