7 Types of Depression
We all have moments when we are down or blue.
What are some of the types of depression people struggle with?
Major depression—must have severe symptoms that affect your day to day life
Manic depression—mood swings that have extreme lows and highs
Adjustment disorder—severe emotional disorder to difficult or traumatic events in life
Dysthymia—more chronic form of depressions
Postpartum depression—after having a baby
Psychotic depression—psychotic episodes or symptoms; such as delusions and hallucinations
Seasonal affective disorder—changes in the seasons; decrease in exposure to sunlight; many people suffer from depression during the winter months
Which of these have you struggled with the most?
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