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A Better Understanding Of The Different Types Of Depression

Depression is more than just a label to diagnose feelings of major sadness. There's a lot that is taken into consideration and different types of depression that call for different types of procedures in order to recover.

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A Better Understanding Of The Different Types Of Depression

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Depression is known as a mental health disorder that is characterized by a depressive mood with loss of motivation and interest in activities, which leads to a significant impairment to one's daily life. There are many different types of depression. Just to name a few:

Major Depression

Major depression is the most commonly noticed form of depression as it fits the general description very well. It is also associated with trouble sleeping and a feeling of irritability or agitation. Talk therapy works best in this case with a therapist, along with prescribed antidepressant medications that can help.

Manic Depression

Also known as Bipolar Disorder, is a sequence of fluctuating emotions that range from periods of good moods to deep, depressive episodes. These low episodes have the same symptoms of major depression, so it's important to tell your doctor or therapist about the mood swings because using antidepressants to combat bipolar disorder altogether may have the opposite effect and cause persistent symptoms.

Situational Depression

Situational depression isn't really a diagnosed medical condition. It's known simply as a period of a depressed state after experiencing something of great grief or sorry in your life, as well as major stress and anxiety occurring as well. It's best to talk this out with a therapist or someone to help you get a better hold of major stressors in your life

Atypical Depression

Atypical depression is a bit different because it can be confused with manic depression/bipolar disorder a lot of the time. Someone who has atypical depression has the same symptoms of general depression but their mood can be lifted by a slight exposure to positive events, but have also increased sensitivity to criticisms or rejection.

These are just some types of depression as there are many, many more on the list. Be aware that no type of depression is, or should be, considered more "popular" or "special" in the public view. They are all hindrances to daily life that many people struggle with, which means you're not alone. Even if you are, there are many numbers you can call to talk to someone:

1-800-662-HELP

1-800-SUICIDE

1-800-273-TALK

1-800-448-4663

The best thing to do when having these depressive feelings and thoughts is to reach out because someone will be there.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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