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How to Recognize a Depressive Anxiety Disorder A majority of people feel depressed or sad at times but depression and anxiety disorders can make you feel depressed and anxious most of the time Different factors can cause these disorders The symptoms differ for each disorder but they share several key symptoms A therapist can help identify your symptoms and find the appropriate treatment 1 Genetics Researchers have noticed for a long time that anxiety tends to run in families If you have a parent sibling or a twin who is suffering from anxiety your chances are greater than those who do not have family members Thats because genes and DNA play a role in anxiety disorders One of the largest studies of anxiety and depression to date found that both conditions share many genes The QIMR Berghofer research published in Nature Human Behaviour identifies 509 genes that are involved in depression and anxiety This is the highest number of genomic regions connected to psychiatric disorders and it includes 71 genes that were not previously linked to depression or anxiety Among the internalizing disorders the highest heritability or the percentage of a disorders symptoms that are a result of geneticsis seen in major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder Nongenetic risk factors for both of these disorders include earlier life adversity parenting style and the current level of stress exposure Neuroticism is a different risk factor It is a personality trait that has some heritability It has been linked to anxiety and depression A genetic cause of schizophrenia On the other hand is not as wellestablished because schizophrenics suffer from multiple causes of their symptoms The best way to establish the genetic cause of schizophrenia is to study twins By comparing the prevalence of a disorder in identical twins monozygotic MZ to the prevalence of their nonidentical siblings dizygotic or DZ researchers can determine the extent to which phenotypic similarity is due to shared environmental factors and how much to a persons genetics As the field of psychiatric genomics grows it is likely that additional genetic regions will be identified that affect depression and anxiety However it is crucial to be aware that individual variations will continue to exist within the supposedly strict mental health categories People who experience anxiety and depression at different times of their lives will experience different experiences and may react to treatment differently If you are experiencing signs of depression or anxiety do not ignore these signs As you wouldnt be able to ignore an injured arm it is important to get help from a doctor when youre struggling 2 Stress Everyone experiences stress at one moment in their lives However it is important to differentiate between normal stress anxiety and depression disorders If you feel depressed sluggish worried and unmotivated every day you may have mental health issues that requires professional help Depression is a state of low mood that makes it difficult to function or even enjoy life It can affect sleep appetite and concentration and can cause feelings of despair or guilt In addition to seeking out treatment from a mental health professional you can try taking small steps to boost your mood Setting a daily goal like making your bed or unloading your dishwasher can boost your selfesteem while also providing a distraction Anxiety is the state of anxiety or fear that can trigger physical symptoms such as tension in the muscles restlessness and sleep disturbance People with generalized anxiety suffer from overly and constant worries about everyday things like job commitments family issues or financial worries They often feel anxious or easily fatigued and feel overwhelmed by these thoughts even though they realize that their worries are not true Both depression and anxiety can be managed but you have to find the most suitable therapist Psychological treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy are effective for anxiety disorders and can be paired with antidepressant medication These treatments may take time to get going but they are often more efficient than attempting to manage on your on your own If you are having suicidal thoughts or are in crisis call 911 or dial the suicide and crisis hotline at 9889235772 You can also get support from family members contact mental health professionals or join an online support group It is important to get assistance promptly since anxiety and depression can worsen without it It is recommended to see a doctor to receive treatment for anxiety or depression just as you would if you had a deep wound or broke your arm 3 Personality Although a bit of sadness is normal from time to time persistent extreme or prolonged sadness may be an indication that you suffer from an anxiety disorder People suffering from depression typically have trouble getting happy or enjoying life because they worry about what is going wrong or what other people might think of them The good news is depression and anxiety can be treated with medication or psychotherapy Personality is one of the major factors in depression and anxiety It influences the extent of a persons symptoms develop and can also predict the treatment response For instance individuals with high neuroticism tend to experience a lower success rate in treatment for depression and anxiety Kennedy and colleagues 2005 Personality traits can help determine which kind of therapy is the best for a particular person People with less neuroticism are likely to have better results from cognitive behavioral therapy Both depression and anxiety are complex however effective treatments are available If you experience symptoms of depression or anxiety it is crucial to consult a doctor The doctor can evaluate you to determine if theres a physical cause for your symptoms and prescribe medication in the event of need It can be difficult to interact with others when you have both anxiety and depression This can result in feelings of isolation which could increase the severity of your symptoms People suffering from anxiety tend to be more selfcritical and ruminative which can make it difficult to get relief from depression The first step in treating comorbid anxiety and depression is to consult a mental health professional Together you can develop an action plan to treat your specific symptoms Different types of psychotherapy could be suggested since what is effective for depression symptoms may not be effective for anxiety symptoms and vice versa Cognitive behavioral therapy CBT along with medication is a popular treatment for both conditions CBT helps you challenge your negative thoughts and replace them with more real and productive ones It also helps you develop strategies for coping that allow you to manage stress in a healthy manner For instance you could learn to focus on the things that are within your ability to control like accepting emotions and reactions and paying attention to the facts of the situation 4 Illness If the feelings are persistent and intense they may be a sign of anxiety or depression People suffering from anxiety disorders can be afflicted by intense anxiety or fear over a variety of things like work money or relationships People who suffer from depression feel depressed and lose interest in their pursuits Depression can cause people to feel tired or angry Often these symptoms last for longer than two weeks and arent caused by a recent event or medical condition like an infection or an illness that is physical While stress genetics and personality are all important causes of depression and anxiety but there isnt a single factor that causes these conditions Cooccurring disorders such as depression and anxiety or anxiety and another psychiatric disorder such as posttraumatic disorder PTSD and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are more common People suffering from depression or anxiety disorders may benefit from various types of psychotherapy Cognitive behavioral therapy is among the most popular and helps people modify their thoughts and behavior to reduce their anxiety Antidepressant medications or antianxiety drugs can also be helpful You can improve your symptoms by getting enough sleep and avoiding the use of recreational drugs and alcohol and eating a healthy diet exercising regularly and receiving social support Many people with depression and anxiety notice that their symptoms play off each other For instance anxiety may cause someone to avoid socializing or making new acquaintances which leads to depression Depression can increase anxiety and can cause feelings of feeling of isolation A mental health professional will be in a position to determine if depression is caused by an illness like thyroid issues or medication If there isnt any medical cause the treatment for depression and anxiety may be similar but its likely to include both talk therapy as well as medications The symptoms of both anxiety and depression generally improve with time but it may take longer for depression to go away than it does for anxiety
