HOW TO IDENTIFY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION

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HOW TO IDENTIFY SIGNS OF DEPRESSION
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UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION
Before you can reach out a helping hand to your
family member who may be suffering from
depression, it is important to thoroughly educate
yourself on the topic. Not only will it give you
deeper insights into depression but will also
help you better empathize with the sufferer and
be more patient as a caregiver. A number of
websites can help you with this while you could
also reach out to a professional to help you
identify if someone you love is suffering from
depression. Depression counselling in Mumbai has
reached a level where you will have plenty of
information and help at your disposal.
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WATCH OUT FOR A CHANGE IN BEHAVIOUR

• A depressed individual may appear to be
  externally happy and contented. A deeper study of
  their behavior will help you identify a serious
  underlying condition like depression. Here are
  some ways -
• look for a change in routine
• mood swings and irritability
• heightened anxiety
• lack of focus 

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PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES TO WATCH OUT FOR
A person undergoing depression will not only have
different behavioural patterns but will also tend
to physically exhibit certain unmistakable signs.
Look out for signs of excess stress and fatigue
like under-eye bags, muscle aches etc.
Sleeplessness and insomnia are commonly observed
too. Rapid breathing and a fast heart-rate might
also indicate the same.
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SYSTEMATIC OBSERVATION AND DISCUSSION
Step one is to observe their behaviour, following
which you can keep a journal and note down
important points. This will help your mental
health professional better understand the issues
faced by your loved one. Another good idea would
be to reach out to the person you feel is
probably depressed and have a heartfelt
conversation with him or her. Make them
understand that you care about them and are there
to help them. 
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REACHING OUT TO A PROFESSIONAL
Depression within a family is not something which
can be dealt with internally. You will have to
seek the help of a professional counsellor,
family counseling might help too. A number of
therapists specialize in issues like depression
and even before you take your family member, you
can contact these therapists and chalk out a plan
of action. Only through your sustained efforts
and commitment will your family member recover
and be able to lead a better life.
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Thank You
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