Depression-Key facts: byDr Ehimen Ferguson -Consultant physician and Life coach expert
Depression is a common mental disorder. Globally, more than 300 million people of all ages suffer from depression. Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide, and is a major contributor to the overall global burden of disease. More women are affected by depression than men. At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. There are effective psychological and pharmacological treatments for depression At its worst, depression can lead to suicide. Close to 800 000 people die due to suicide every year. Suicide is the second leading cause of death in 15-29-year-olds. Type of Depression include :Recurrent depressive disorder, Bipolar affective disorder etc Causes or risk factors 1. Genetic or inherited 2. Biological or hormonal defect 3.Certain personality traits, such as low self-esteem and being too dependent, self-critical or pessimistic 4.Traumatic or stressful events, such as rape or loss of loved ones. 5.relationship, or financial problems 6.Blood ...