Types of Depression

It is when this sort of behaviour is continuing in a destructive mode and the feelings of aimlessness, loss of self-worth and no hope continues, then, yes, this individual is showing clinical signs of depression.

Depression affects people in different ways frequently due to the harshness and the individuals themselves but also due to the lesser known variations of this disease such as Manic or Bipolar. These are characterized by quick and severe changes in one's mood wherein one moment he or she is in an elevated state of euphoria while the next minute (day or week) he or she is feeling like they are in their own personal hell.

Another form is Postpartum depression which is characterized by a prolonged unhappiness and a feeling of hollowness by a new mother. Again the cause of this pain are obviously personal but contributing factors are often linked to the physical stress of child birth and uncertain feelings of relations and responsibility towards the new born baby.

Dysthimia is akin to depression but considered to be a less critical form. Of course with the ever present possibility of plummeting into a more dangerous state of mind it is advised to be cared for sensitively once identified in the person.

Cyclothemia also holds comparable traits to other more dangerous and pronounced forms of depression . Like Manic and Bipolar the people suffering may illness may sometimes suffer from severe changes in one's moods.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is characterized the changes in moods according to the season. Studies have shown it's not uncommon for people to feel more down during the winter and fall seasons. This type of disorder also has frequent mood swings going from happy to sad in a relatively short period of time.

Clinical depression is one of those terms frequently kicked around which has generated an needless amount of negative stigma attached to the name. By definition it is plainly put when a doctor can see the symptoms and that there is a problem and diagnoses it. While for many this recognition may seem like a unpleasant thing, many doctors remain highly positive as with the earlier the treatment the chances of a complete recover are dramatically increased. Patients who have been actively searching for treatments for Clinical depression have proven to be rather successful in their quest. Statistics show that eighty percent of those have found release from this disorder.

For people who are concerned about any of these signs in the variations of depression and are seeking extra information on a exclusive topic the depression section of the health centre is highly recommended. Local libraries often offer helpful books and the internet offers a great deal of information. However these are not a substitute for profession medical advice, specialists can supply all sorts of support for all those effected. Check your directory, local G.P, hospital or even search on the internet to find local specialists