STRESS AND DEPRESSION What is Stress Definition Stress

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STRESS AND DEPRESSION

STRESS AND DEPRESSION

What is Stress? Definition: Stress is the emotional, physical and mental strain caused by

What is Stress? Definition: Stress is the emotional, physical and mental strain caused by our response to pressures from the outside world.

Physiology of stress THE FIGHT -FLIGHT RESPONSE: Hypothalamus Pituitary gland Adrenal Medulla: Adrenalin: Increases

Physiology of stress THE FIGHT -FLIGHT RESPONSE: Hypothalamus Pituitary gland Adrenal Medulla: Adrenalin: Increases bloodflow, HR, Glucose levels Adrenalin Cortex: Cortisol: maintains BP and glucose levels Video: http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Ry. P 8 L 3 q. TW 9 Q

Some Facts o o 75 -90% of adult visits to primary care physicians are

Some Facts o o 75 -90% of adult visits to primary care physicians are for stress related problems. The commonest problems world-wide are a mixture of anxiety and depression.

Causes o. Major life changes o. Work o. Relationship difficulties o. Financial problems o.

Causes o. Major life changes o. Work o. Relationship difficulties o. Financial problems o. Being too busy o. Children and family

Symptoms [3]

Symptoms [3]

Mind and Body relationship

Mind and Body relationship

STRESS LEADS TO MANY OTHER PROBLEMS Heart disease Pain of any kind Digestive problems

STRESS LEADS TO MANY OTHER PROBLEMS Heart disease Pain of any kind Digestive problems STRESS Skin conditions, such as eczema Obesity Autoimmune diseases Sleep problems

TREATMENT o a) b) c) d) o a) b) c) COUNSELLING: Talking therapy MEDICATION:

TREATMENT o a) b) c) d) o a) b) c) COUNSELLING: Talking therapy MEDICATION: sedatives, which help you to relax and calm you down, antihistamines, which help to relax your brain, certain types of antidepressants, and beta blockers. STRESS MANAGMENT: Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), talking treatments specific anger management.

Prevention o o 1. 2. 3. 4. Relaxation Regular exercise Eating right. Avoid chemicals:

Prevention o o 1. 2. 3. 4. Relaxation Regular exercise Eating right. Avoid chemicals: alcohol and drugs

DEPRESSION Definition: A mental disorder that presents with depressed mood, loss of interest or

DEPRESSION Definition: A mental disorder that presents with depressed mood, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, low energy, and poor concentration especially when this lasts for a long period of time (WHO)[4]

. . FACTS o o o [4] Depression is common, affecting about 121 million

. . FACTS o o o [4] Depression is common, affecting about 121 million people worldwide. Depression is among the leading causes of disability worldwide. Depression can be reliably diagnosed and treated in primary care. Fewer than 25 % of those affected have access to effective treatments. Women are almost twice as likely to become depressed as men. The higher risk may be due partly to hormonal changes brought on by puberty, menstruation, menopause, and pregnancy.

Depression: Causes and Risk factors • Loneliness • Lack of social support • Recent

Depression: Causes and Risk factors • Loneliness • Lack of social support • Recent stressful life experiences • Family history of depression • Marital or relationship problems • Financial strain • Early childhood trauma or abuse • Alcohol or drug abuse • Unemployment or underemployment • Health problems or chronic pain

Signs and Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms

TREATMENT o. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) o. Interpersonal therapy (IPT) o. Counselling o. Antidepressants

TREATMENT o. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) o. Interpersonal therapy (IPT) o. Counselling o. Antidepressants

Sources o o o [1] http: //www. timethoughts. com/stress/definition-of-stress. htm [2] http: //www. nhs.

Sources o o o [1] http: //www. timethoughts. com/stress/definition-of-stress. htm [2] http: //www. nhs. uk/Conditions/Stress/Pages/Introduction. aspx [3] http: //helpguide. org/mental/stress_signs. htm [4] http: //www. who. int/mental_health/management/depression/definiti on/en/ http: //www. nhs. uk/Conditions/Depression/Pages/Introduction. aspx

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