Depression is a word that covers many different emotional and mental conditions. There are also varying degrees of depressive states and different depression medications can be used to treat these symptoms. Most everyone experiences a blue mood or slight depressive state now and then. Women, especially, will experience times of feeling down or unhappy for no reason at all, and this is usually contributed to hormonal imbalances or changes. These states are generally temporary and may not need to be addressed with prescribed medications. There are also temporary conditions that are brought on by trauma or unexpected change in lifestyle. The body is designed so that it slows down when there are traumatic circumstances and these are the depressive states that are related to grief or trauma. Emotional shock can devastate a person mentally and physically. Often, doctors can prescribe medical treatment for depression for a short term period, allowing patients to function until life begins to take on normalcy again.
There are also acute cases of emotional disability, where victims are unable to function at a normal level within their personal lives. Certain disorders, such as clinical depression, anxiety, or Bi-polar disorder require intense medical intervention and treatment. Because of natural chemical or hormonal imbalances within the body, those that are victimized by these severe conditions will need long-term care and treatment for depression to help stabilize the body's lack of producing the necessary components that keep emotions and mental capacity in check. Depression medications can help the body produce what the body needs to stabilize.
Symptoms associated with the most severe cases of depression will include sluggish or slow responses to normal life situations, prolonged periods of sleep, or an inability to cope with even small trials. The symptoms associated with anxiety disorders will include depressive periods but also patients may have an unrealistic view of potential dangers, making them extremely anxious and unable to function. And, with Bi-polar, depressive states may be followed by grandiose behaviors or marked increased excitability. The patient is either in a state of low or blue mood or hyperactivity. Depression medications can treat the symptoms associated with any of the conditions above.
Medical intervention is not the only avenue to explore when needing help with these emotional disorders. First, patients must realize that their bodies are reacting to circumstances, such as the case with grief, or that bodies are not producing necessary hormones to balance emotions. Knowing the root of the problem will help those suffering be able to mentally cope or somewhat understand what is happening. It is vital for those who struggle with depressive states to get plenty of rest daily allowing melatonin to adequately increase. It is also important to give the body good nutrition, equipping the body to properly respond as designed. Exercise can also help for it will release endorphin, which is nature's own prescription for elevated mood control. There are times when depression medications may be prescribed to help the body "jump start" it's own production of the chemicals or hormones needed to regulate mood. If after rest, healthy eating habits, and exercise are implemented there is still an inability to function properly, a doctor should be consulted. However, it will be necessary to receive counseling while on a program of treatment for depression, so that patients may learn how to cope with symptoms and address other issues in life.
The Bible teaches us that God is the greatest comforter in times of trials. He wants to be the source of healing for all illness, disorders, and personal challenges. We see throughout the Psalms that when King David suffered from a depressed state, he cried out to the Lord. "As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me. Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice. He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me: for there were many with me." (Psalm 55:16-18)
God is the designer of the body. He knew, well before doctors discovered these truths, what the body needed to function in the world we live in. And, we must come to faithful terms, though we do not fully understand, that the Lord has purpose in all things. If you or someone you love is suffering from the devastating illness of depression, know that the Lord has control over the situation. He may use medical treatment for depression, or may choose to miraculously heal the wound, but whatever path He has chosen, thank Him for actively working in the situation and praise Him for knowing what is best.
There are also acute cases of emotional disability, where victims are unable to function at a normal level within their personal lives. Certain disorders, such as clinical depression, anxiety, or Bi-polar disorder require intense medical intervention and treatment. Because of natural chemical or hormonal imbalances within the body, those that are victimized by these severe conditions will need long-term care and treatment for depression to help stabilize the body's lack of producing the necessary components that keep emotions and mental capacity in check. Depression medications can help the body produce what the body needs to stabilize.
Symptoms associated with the most severe cases of depression will include sluggish or slow responses to normal life situations, prolonged periods of sleep, or an inability to cope with even small trials. The symptoms associated with anxiety disorders will include depressive periods but also patients may have an unrealistic view of potential dangers, making them extremely anxious and unable to function. And, with Bi-polar, depressive states may be followed by grandiose behaviors or marked increased excitability. The patient is either in a state of low or blue mood or hyperactivity. Depression medications can treat the symptoms associated with any of the conditions above.
Medical intervention is not the only avenue to explore when needing help with these emotional disorders. First, patients must realize that their bodies are reacting to circumstances, such as the case with grief, or that bodies are not producing necessary hormones to balance emotions. Knowing the root of the problem will help those suffering be able to mentally cope or somewhat understand what is happening. It is vital for those who struggle with depressive states to get plenty of rest daily allowing melatonin to adequately increase. It is also important to give the body good nutrition, equipping the body to properly respond as designed. Exercise can also help for it will release endorphin, which is nature's own prescription for elevated mood control. There are times when depression medications may be prescribed to help the body "jump start" it's own production of the chemicals or hormones needed to regulate mood. If after rest, healthy eating habits, and exercise are implemented there is still an inability to function properly, a doctor should be consulted. However, it will be necessary to receive counseling while on a program of treatment for depression, so that patients may learn how to cope with symptoms and address other issues in life.
The Bible teaches us that God is the greatest comforter in times of trials. He wants to be the source of healing for all illness, disorders, and personal challenges. We see throughout the Psalms that when King David suffered from a depressed state, he cried out to the Lord. "As for me, I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save me. Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice. He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me: for there were many with me." (Psalm 55:16-18)
God is the designer of the body. He knew, well before doctors discovered these truths, what the body needed to function in the world we live in. And, we must come to faithful terms, though we do not fully understand, that the Lord has purpose in all things. If you or someone you love is suffering from the devastating illness of depression, know that the Lord has control over the situation. He may use medical treatment for depression, or may choose to miraculously heal the wound, but whatever path He has chosen, thank Him for actively working in the situation and praise Him for knowing what is best.
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