Depression

• Depression 


  The feelings of sadness and multiplied unhappiness
• Who is more prone of depression?

  Women
• Average onset is in mid 20s
• #1 cause: sense of loss
• Depression is caused by a decrease of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine
• Initial sign of depression: Insomnia
• Hallmark signs of depression (HHW):

  • Hopelessness
  • Helplessness
  • Worthlessness
• Implementation: Depression

  • Schedule nonintellectual activities (eg. folding table napkins)
  • Suicide precaution
  • Build trust
  • Communicate