Depression is a mood disorder marked by constant feelings of sadness or a loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed. It is also known as major depressive disorder
The World Health Organization estimate that 350 million people globally are affected by this condition. In fact, depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
Major depressive disorder can cause many emotional and physical problems, and significantly reduces the quality of life of those affected. However, there are effective treatments available to those with depression.

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Pls depressed people needs our psychosocial support.
*Show concern and empathy
*Use talking therapy
*Psychoeducate
*Tell the person about instances of people that went through the same crisis and are out of it(life experience)
*Tell person a big light awaits him/her at the end of the dark tunnel(give hope)
*Engage them in some light excercise
*Advice family and friends to aways be around such person
*Watch that individual get enough sleep and make fruits available
*Music is another therapy that works like magic
*For further info consult a Social Worker @UI.MSW 182638