Depression. The main problem of modern times.

Depression is more common in women than men, due to specific biological, hormonal, and social factors that are unique to women.

Most of us feel depressed, sad, and depressed at times. These symptoms usually resolve within a week or two, and our lives are not greatly affected. The causes of depression vary. Sometimes, depression or sadness can start without any reason. In most cases, we cope with this depression on our own, while depression can be cured by talking with family or friends, and with some treatment. Does not feel the need.

But this sadness is called depression when the feeling of sadness lasts for more than two weeks and still does not go away. The sadness is so severe that the daily routine of life starts to be affected.

Some people do not consider depression as a disease due to misunderstanding, but it is not at all. Depression is a disease like high blood pressure and diabetes that can affect anyone.

Depression is considered a common disease. According to the World Health Organization, there are currently two hundred and eighty million patients with depression in the world. While in developing countries like Pakistan, ten to fourteen percent of the total population suffers from depression.

How can depression be avoided?

According to psychologists, depression can happen to anyone. If you are sad, your heart is not involved in daily activities, and you feel frustrated, anxious, nervous, or helpless, it is most likely that you are suffering from depression.

Other symptoms of depression include loss of appetite, not sleeping well, weight loss, difficulty making decisions poor concentration and memory, etc. If depression persists for a long period, the situation can be dangerous. Both men and women suffer from depression, however, mental stress is common in women. Experts of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) of America say, "Depression is more common in women than in men." This is due to specific biological, hormonal, and social factors that are unique to women."

This is because the hormonal changes in women, especially during pregnancy and after childbirth, are more rapid. Not related. After the birth of the child, most mothers have to face postpartum depression and in some mothers, this depression even increases to dangerous levels. This is because the hormonal changes in women, especially during pregnancy and after childbirth, are more rapid. Not related. After the birth of the child, most mothers have to face postpartum depression and in some mothers, this depression even increases to dangerous levels.

Sometimes the person himself does not understand that he is suffering from anxiety or is suffering from mental disturbance due to internal anxiety. Depression is called anxiety or depression, while anxiety is anxiety or worry. There are many ways to stay safe, including stress reduction, exercise, breathing exercises, and yoga.

Therapy and consultation with a psychologist is also an effective method, especially in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), where the angle and style of thinking are changed through conversation. In the modern era, since everything has an app, so you will also find many apps to keep away from depression on mobile. In medical science, virtual reality is working rapidly to get rid of depression or anxiety.

Exercises to relieve depression:

According to a study by scientists of the World Health Organization, exercising three times a week can reduce the risk of depression by 16%, while each additional physical exercise week leads to a further reduction in the risk of depression. In this case, sit straight on the floor and cross your legs, or lean back on a chair and sit straight with your feet on the floor.

Shut your eyes now and concentrate on your inner thoughts. Permit the breath to come in freely. If your attention starts to wander, come back to the same thoughts that were in your mind a moment ago. Do this for ten minutes every day. However, if the depression is so severe that it affects your daily routine, you should see a general physician, or psychiatrist (psychologist, psychiatrist) for proper diagnosis. Or the help of a therapist should be taken. Psychologists usually treat with psychotherapy, counseling, or psychological sessions while psychiatrists diagnose drugs after conducting certain tests.