Depression does not know about ages

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When referring to depression, we cannot fail to focus that this disorder makes an appearance when we least expect it and at the same time, does not understand stereotypes. At present there are statistics that determine that this disease affects 1, out of every 10 people in the world and, among the particularities that have surprised the most is that, there is no age that escapes belonging to these scandalous numbers.

For each stage, depression presents itself with several specific particularities however, the common factor that dominates the most is that it takes away our joy and desire to live. A novelty that I can assure you from my own experience is that depression is a very severe mental illness and quickly incapacitates us. From the first moment she settles into our lives, she radically and drastically changes the mood, behavior and thoughts.

Depression easily makes us feel sad, hopeless, we spend the days isolated and withdrawn because the mind is dented with thoughts of guilt. It should be noted that, when this disorder is detected quickly and, you have the appropriate treatment, the situation does not get out of control for it, you always have to be attentive to the attitudes that someone from our environment may develop.

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How does depression work at different ages?

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Children

Among the different stages that we live, the one that we always keep with a lot of longing and we would love to live again, is childhood since, in that phase our life is simple, we have no responsibilities, everything is happiness, we play daily and laughter reigns constantly. However, this is not the reality that many children live because, some face depression since childhood and in several cases, the environment where they operate daily, do not detect it.

Now, keep in mind that the symptoms of childhood depression are often confused with a behavior problem, temporary problems or a physical illness. Most of all because, children do not have the faculty to externalize everything they can feel. These little guys don't even understand what they're feeling. Depression in children can manifest as an act of moodiness or irritability, and not with the typical characteristics of sadness.

Following the above we can complement that, a depressed child tends to show himself critically with him, is apathetic and frequently isolates himself from all the people who make life in his environment. Often and easily adults fall into the error of assuming that the attitude that the minor has is due to lack of discipline, is shy or is lazy. In view of this, it is essential to observe, investigate and talk about the evolution they have since, it is possible that in that behavior something of gravity is hidden.

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Adolescents

Regularly, adolescents must face difficulties that resemble the absence of understanding since, many times the change in attitude is attributed to behaviors of adolescence. A depressed young man experiences feelings of frustration, sadness, and emptiness. They tend to be extremely sensitive and irritable to rejection and frequently argue with their friends and family.

Poor school performance, insomnia or unstable moods, are rarely recognized by people in the environment and scarcely link it with symptoms of depression because they always relate it to a simple behavior of adolescents. Feeling this variety of sensations, young people are filled with fear and for this reason, they do not ask for help.

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Adults

Generally, depression disorder is associated in people who are living their adult stage. Among its symptoms stands out low mood, difficulty eating, sleeping, there is no motivation and the person feels useless. For an adult, it can be difficult to accept that they are experiencing a depressive stage since, unfortunately, the issue of mental health continues to be stigmatized.

To know how our interior is, let's do our best to connect with ourselves because in this way, we will be able to detect and decipher all kinds of negative thoughts or failing that, some low mood that is maintained over time. Do not be afraid to listen to all our needs and it is valid to dare to make changes in our lives, regardless of whether they are very drastic since, in certain cases, depression is the result of leaving us in the second instance.

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Elderly

An elderly person is very vulnerable to depression. They face numerous losses, whether of loved ones, employment, health, friends or social level. For a person who is in the third age, it is very difficult to assimilate in a short time all the changes that his life has and, if this is added that they do not have affective support, his emotional state is affected more strongly.

Depression in an elderly person is known as 'Geriatric Depression' and, it manifests itself with difficulty concentrating, depressed mood, progressive isolation and have personal neglect. In the same way it is complemented by weight loss, anxiety and physical pain.

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To conclude, regardless of how old we are, let us remember that we are not alone and there is hope. Today there are many high-efficiency treatments that help overcome depression, these include the psychological and pharmacological aspect. If for one reason or another you lead to losing your mood, interest or strength, do not hesitate to ask for help.

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