Depression is becoming increasingly common in the US, a new report on the US Disease Control Centers (CDC) is emphasized.
The prevalence of depression has almost doubled: from 7.3% in 2015-16 to more than 13% in 2021-23, which was released on Wednesday. “The prevalence of depression decreased with the increase in age. Overall, the prevalence was the highest in adolescents aged 12-19 (19.2%) and the lowest in adults aged 60 and older (8.7%),” the revealed.
The results come from a federal poll conducted between August 2021 and August 2023. Participants were asked if they had certain symptoms associated with depression during the previous two weeks. Then their answers to these proven check questions were noted to evaluate whether they met the depression criteria. Symptoms of depression measured with the help of a patient’s health questionnaire.
What is depression? Is it to prevent?
“The main depression is a common and therapeutic mood disorder characterized by changes in cognitive and physical symptoms, which lasts at least 2 weeks,” the US CDC determines.
Depression is much more than just a bad mood or a feeling low. This is a mental health condition that affects the way you think you feel and act. This can make even the slightest tasks to feel like a rise. And the difficult part? You can’t always see it. Someone may look great outside, but fights with a thunderstorm.
Depression, often misunderstood as lazy or rethinking, is a true, medical condition that requires the same attention as a physical disease. It affects millions worldwide and is becoming more common, especially with fast, high lifestyle, many of us lead today.
Construction of healthy habits early – as regular physical activity, eating nutritional food, enough sleep, staying in social connection and manage stress – can help protect your mental health. Think about it as creating a strong base so that your mind must have something firm, which is difficult.
Depression looks not the same for everyone, but here are some common features:
- Feels sad, hopelessly or empty most of the time
- Loss of interest in things you usually like
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Sleep trouble – either too much to sleep
- Feel tired or low all the time
- The difficulty of concentration or making decisions
- Feeling insatiable or guilty
- Thoughts about the harm or suicide
If any of them lasts more than two weeks and prevents your daily life, this is a sign that you may need.
How to fight depression
The first step is to admit what you feel. And know it’s okay not to be okay. You don’t need it hard. Talk to someone who you trust – friends, family members or professionals.
Talk to the therapist or advisor. Therapy is not only for “serious” cases is a safe space for overcoming your thoughts. Move your body, even a 15-minute walk can help your brain release chemicals. Eat correctly and moisturize your intestines and brain connected. Unhealthy food can ruin your mood. Follow the routine, even small daily rituals – like a bed or a morning shower, can create a sense of structure. Limit screen time, social media can sometimes enhance negative feelings. A little digital detox can work wonders. Try a magazine or care, record your thoughts or just sit with breath, can help you feel more justified.
