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January 26th, 2010 | 
Author: Understanding Your Depression
Loneliness is a part of our lives. We have experienced pain one way or another but after a few days, it subsides. We move on and find happiness again. This kind of cycle is not applicable for people who experience depression. For them, hope is non-existent. They just bask in their sadness and cease to move on.
Depression or Major Depressive Episode according to Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM) is characterized by a feeling of emptiness, sadness, and irritation. People who experience this episode appear tearful or easily move to tears. It usually last for 2 weeks or more. Depression can easily recur if it’s not attended properly.
The effect of this disorder intensifies to a point that a person has trouble sleeping. Insomnia seeps in making it very difficult for a depressed person to recharge and relax. Hence, the symptoms’ effect intensifies. A significant weight loss or weight gain can also be observed. For some people, loneliness drives them to eat more, as a deviation for their feeling of emptiness. On the other hand, some lost their appetite due to their sadness.
The worst outcome of depression is suicide. This is the part where a person feels worthless that they would rather cease living. For the prior signs I’ve mentioned, its best to consult the experts for treatment. Most of all, for the state of suicide attempt. In this period, it really is the experts, such as psychologist and counselors who should take the lead.
For parents, teachers or guardians, being keen is a huge factor. One of the signs can be an indication of depression. To ensure the safety of children and the people you love, the mere attention can already alleviate the pain from depression. Sometimes, it’s the common question of “How are you?” that can save lives.
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I’m experiencing depression due to menopause. Are there any good otc drugs or herbs that will help?
for the depression or the menopause?
for the depression – St. John’s Wort, Ginseng
for the Menopause – Wild Yam, Damiana
How do you know if it’s Depression or just a hormonal problem if your not in menopause yet? Im in my mid 40’s
I am going through alot of emotional things right now and I’m not sure if it’s the hormones or if I could be suffering from depression. Either one is hard to talk about with anyone but I need to do something. I’m still mostly regular, but have been having the hot flashes off and on for years. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
I think they go hand in hand! You are in Perimenopause, and that causes huge fluxes in hormones. I used an over the counter herbal estrogen that helped reduce the hormone swings, that helped with sleep disturbances too. I also used wild yam cream to help with hot flashes and got some relief.
I also went on an anti depressant, short term, and it helped with the depression which was related in part to the hormones. I recommend you talk to your doctor, and get some blood tests to check your hormone levels.
Has anyone had success using HRT for depression symptoms during menopause?
I tried them for a few months without any joy . In fact I was a miserable with them and they made me bleed. Gosh who wants that. Not me. I’m fine now takeing the natural way
I need information on prenatal – depression and early menopause?
Can they both affect someone between the age 34-35 at the same time. Also what are the symptoms of prenatal depression. I know someone who might be suffering from prenatal-depression or even I feel could be both….Information needed please
Yes, here’s early menopause info: http://www.earlymenopause.com/
http://www.pofsupport.org/
Your moods are affected by your hormones, and you can have that at any stage of your life.
Are there any other women on here with Depression entering menopause?
I was wondering if you’re medication had to be adjusted slightly to allow for the hormonal changes. I am going to talk to my doctor about this…but was just wondering if feeling “worse than hell” is normal?
yes with the hormone swings/hotflashes you will notice that the irritablity and moodswings are more frequent the doctor will probally be able to adjust your med and that will help alot
Menopause and Depression Treatments
Women who are approaching the menopausal stage can be at a higher risk for depression, hormonal changes may be at least partially to blame. Women who do not have history of depression may be at risk depression during these years.
Menopause can set off feelings of sadness and episodes of depression in some women. It is said that there is a small percent of menopausal women who experience some depression.
One theory of menopause depression is that the stress of menopause symptoms leads to depression. Some women find it hard to manage on their own symptoms of menopause as they already have to deal with work, family, finances, and friends, let alone the big physical change, causing the onset of depression.
Seeking help when experiencing menopause depression is very much advised, there are a number of alternatives available to help reduce the symptoms. Women should get joy out of life again. Menopause depression that is treated is the first step to living a happy life during menopause.
Cure for Menopause Symptoms
How common is Menopause Depression?
When you go from a normal human being to raging maniac in 2 seconds flat, you wonder if Menopause is to blame.
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Luckily menopause depression only affects a small number of women. Some women may be sensitive to their shifting hormones, and may feel the blues or more serious mood issues.
If you have been experiencing sadness for over two weeks, or you feel that your mood is greatly affecting your relationships and your ability to function, then you should pick up the phone and call your doctor.
Whether you are feeling menopause depression or you are just plain irritable, changing some of your negative patterns and adding some good patterns into the mix can help you feel better.
Do what makes you happy. You deserve a few minutes a day of joyful activity. It makes you a better person for you and others.
Remain an active friend. Others are experiancing some of the same symptoms. It helps to know you are not alone.
Remain active in your life. Bodies were meant to move! Exercise gives our body feel good chemicals, helps our self-esteem, reenergizes us, and helps us avoid menopause depression.
Taking supplements can help to encourage your happy side, choose a supplement meant for menopause symptoms.