Depression and Anxiety
Depression
Depression (pronounced: /dɪˈprɛʃ(ə)n/) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. It causes feelings of sadness and/or a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed.
Etymology
The term "depression" comes from the Latin depressio, which means "pressing down".
Symptoms
Depression symptoms can vary from mild to severe and can include:
- Feeling sad or having a depressed mood
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
- Changes in appetite — weight loss or gain unrelated to dieting
- Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
- Loss of energy or increased fatigue
- Feeling worthless or guilty
- Difficulty thinking, concentrating or making decisions
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Related Terms
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Persistent Depressive Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Psychotic Depression
- Postpartum Depression
- Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
- Situational Depression
- Atypical Depression
Anxiety
Anxiety (pronounced: /æŋˈzaɪ.ə.ti/) is a normal and often healthy emotion. However, when a person regularly feels disproportionate levels of anxiety, it might become a medical disorder.
Etymology
The term "anxiety" is derived from the Latin word anxietas, which means "to vex or trouble".
Symptoms
Anxiety symptoms can include:
- Feeling nervous, restless or tense
- Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom
- Having an increased heart rate
- Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation)
- Sweating
- Trembling
- Feeling weak or tired
- Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry
Related Terms
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Panic Disorder
- Phobia
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Separation Anxiety Disorder
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Depression and Anxiety
- Wikipedia's article - Depression and Anxiety
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