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Causes and Effects Of Depression As It Affects Our Lifestyle
Introduction:
Everyone feels sad from time to time as a natural response to disappointment and loss. Like ordinary sadness, depression may develop after a sad event or may develop for no apparent reason. Depression can also occur with many physical disorders. But depression differs from ordinary sadness in several ways. For some, depression involves a nagging sense of feeling blue that drags on as they try to perform daily activities. For others, it is a heavy shroud of despair or emotional emptiness that becomes incapacitating. And depression can and often does become life threatening when a person has a deep sense of hopelessness or worthlessness and stops eating or turns to suicide for relief. Depression is extraordinary sadness that interferes with the ability to function.
Phone Chats:
Anon: I have been dealing with depression for a very long time and it is taking over my thinking. I have prayed about it but it is just doesn’t seem to work, i have considered suicide but God intervened. To avoid depression. people should just do what they enjoy doing, this helps a lot. I almost took my own life but God changed my situations around. I am on the big side which wasn’t so when i was young, this weighs me down and i don’t want to go out because i don’t like the way i look. But i am trying to keep myself active and happy now by listening to music, cartoons..
Anon: I have been dealing with depression for years and when i eventually got over it, I see depression as a wide range of depression. What i mean is that, there are many worries as regards money, relationships, success in life and so on. I think my depression came as a result of lack of confidence which has been a problem since i was young.
Anon: I used to feel depressed borne out of rape which i experienced when growing up. But i got over it when i met my husband. What got me relieved was that i met my husband who loves me so much and the times i spent with him healed me of my depression.
Sharon: I have a younger brother suffering from depression of the highest order. He is being regularly to the psychiatric hospital for treatments. He is so withdrawn from everybody, he had once attempted suicide. He takes anti-depressants now. We have tried all we could, but he still remains the same, no one knows what has gone wrong with him.
Wale: We should concentrate on God and take all things to him in prayer.
Philipians 4:4; Rejoice in the Lord always and again i say, Rejoice.
Hannah: I was regularly depressed when i was a teenager and i was on medications. I dealt with depression for over 15 years. Prayers did helped me and since then, i have learnt to show love to others.
A song by Whitney Houston: I didn’t know my own strength.
Lost touch with my soul
I had no where to turn
I had no where to go
Lost sight of my dream,
Thought it would be the end of me
I thought I’d never make it through
I had no hope to hold on to,
I thought I would break
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength
Found hope in my heart,
I found the light to life
My way out of the dark
Found all that I need
Here inside of me
I thought I’d never find my way
I thought I’d never lift that weight
I thought I would break
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength
There were so many times I
Wondered how I’d get through the night I
Thought took all I could take
I didn’t know my own strength
And I crashed down, and I tumbled
But I did not crumble
I got through all the pain
I didn’t know my own strength
Survived my darkest hour
My faith kept me alive
I picked myself back up
Hold my head up high
I was not built to break
I didn’t know my own strength.
Anon: I am 43 years old, married with 2 kids, but my wife committed adultery and this hurts me so bad and i find it so hard to forget it though i have forgiven her. I felt so sad and betrayed and was almost doing some nasty things, but with the help of some men of God, i was able to handle the situation.
Linda:I am not feeling too good, for about 7 months my fiancee had stopped relating with me properly, we had disagreements and then he told me it is over between us. He seems not to want to love anybody, he is not attentive to me anymore, doesn’t call, am so confused.
Chaz B; We must maintain strong faith in God. James chapter 1, Hebrews 13:15.
Throughout the course of our lives, we all experience episodes of stress, unhappiness, sadness, or grief. Often, when a loved one dies or we suffer a personal tragedy or difficulty such as divorce, loss of a job, or death of a loved one, we may feel depressed (some people call this “the blues”). Most of us are able to cope with these and other types of stressful events.Over a period of days or weeks, the majority of us are able to return to our normal activities. But when these feelings of sadness and other symptoms make it hard for us to get through the day, and when the symptoms last for more than a couple of weeks, we may have what is called “clinical depression.” The term clinical depression is usually used to distinguish the “true” illness of depression from less difficult sadness or the blues.
Clinical depression is not just grief or feeling sad. It is an illness that can challenge your ability to perform even routine daily activities. At its worst, depression may lead you to contemplate, attempt, or commit suicide. Depression represents a burden for both you and your family. Sometimes that burden can seem overwhelming.
The exact cause of depression is unknown, although imbalances of certain substances that carry messages between nerves (neurotransmitters) in the brain play an important role. An emotionally stressful life-changing event or experience precedes depression in some people. These events or experiences may include the death of a loved one, the ending of a significant relationship, or a loss of familiar surroundings, as when moving away from a long-time neighborhood. More persistent, smoldering sources of stress, such as ongoing poverty, a worsening chronic illness, a gradual loss of independence, or a lack of social support, may also contribute.
Depression sometimes develops during or soon after a person develops a physical disorder. Depression is common among people with cancer, heart attack, heart failure, hypothyroidism, or hyperthyroidism. Depression often occurs in people with nervous system and brain disorders, such as stroke, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease. Depression also occurs in combination with other mental health disorders, such as anxiety.
Some drugs that older people take for physical disorders can cause symptoms of depression. These drugs include corticosteroids, dioxin, opioid analgesics, and certain drugs used to treat high blood pressure (anti-hypertensives), such as methyl-dopa and reserpine.
Abuse of alcohol or drugs, including prescription and illegal drugs, may contribute to the development of depression in some older people.
Extraordinary sadness is at the core of depression for many people. For others, a feeling of emptiness or absence of emotion may be the primary symptom. Many other symptoms may be present as well. Absence of pleasure or of interest in activities is often noticeable. Some depressed older people stop performing daily activities at work or at home, and they may simply stop making any effort to care for themselves. Many depressed people have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. Early awakening in the morning is especially common. Appetite is often decreased or lost altogether.
Depression may slow thinking and interfere with concentration and memory. Some depressed older people are mistakenly thought to have dementia because of confusion, forgetfulness, and disorientation (a condition often called pseudo-dementia). Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, and guilt are common in people with pseudo-dementia.
Some depressed people are restless, wringing their hands and talking continuously. In contrast, other people with depression are withdrawn, seem tired all the time, move slowly, and gain weight. Symptoms may be worse at a certain time of the day, usually in the morning. Thoughts about death and suicide often surface. Many depressed people want to die or feel that they should die.
Loss of contact with reality (psychosis) develops in some severely depressed people. When this occurs, it usually involves false ideas or beliefs (delusions). For example, people with psychotic depression may become convinced that they are worthless or sinful or that they are impoverished. Some may become convinced that they hear or see people or things that no one else hears or sees (hallucinations).
You can reach us on this number for counseling, 08139009000.
Loneliness is absence of direction and not absence of affection, therefore, Guard your heart with all diligence because out of it flows the issues of life.
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Wahab said on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 18:11
i think dis is bcos d world is gradually goin to an end cos i dont c wat a man will desire in a fellow man that will lead them to bedmington. Its crazy of who ever engages into such act or may b i need to speak with sum1 who does dat so that i will know y they do it……………………..crazy act!!!!!!!!
Tola said on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 18:52
Before depression finally strike, it isolate individual either physical or emotional. So people should watchout for any form of isolation and address the trait early
Roli said on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 22:50
I think everyone has had or will have an episode of depression. I have had a few episodes myself and it was usually because of something or someone I wanted but didnt or couldnt have. Each time, it helped that I had Christ to turn to, He is the one person I have forever.
Did you watch Moments with Mo today? There was a lady on the show who had been molested by her father for many years. Her story is very sad but instead of feeling sorry for her, I was angry, angry that she continued to allow him abuse her, angry that he had the audacity to do that to his child. She was in University at the time, and also not a day student. She was no longer a teen for goodness sake.
I have never gotten through on phone and was glad to hear about the website on today's show. Kudos Chaz B. You are doing an excellent job. Meanwhile, you need to give Obi Ibekwe (not of Zenith) a prize at the end of the year o, ah ah, she is definitely Inspiration FM's 2009 Listener/Contributor of the year.
Desiree said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 6:17
Thank you for saying it like it is. I am 38 and I've lived with depression for over 25 years of my life and its been horrible. More so because, even among christians, all you get is negative judgement and despise.
I only knew it for what it was when in 2006 I went on the net to check out something to do with headaches which I have a lot and the list of symptoms were my experiences. I thought I was bad but I only just found out good christians have it too, this year when I read a book by Karen Kingsbury.
I have lost so much to this and now I want it all back.
Thank you for reaching out to help those in this situation. Thank you.
God bless you real good.
LINDA said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 6:44
Depression is a silent killer that eats deep into the soul. Storms will definately come but do not allow it to bother you. Try not to cry or brood over spilled milk because if you do, you are giving room for depression to set in. Most people will say "It is easier said than done." Be determined not to allow any situation or circumstance get into you. Rather focus your strength and thought on the solution to that issue.
For children, who are depressed, parents and guardians should try to help them out. I know it really hurts seeing your child or ward in this terrible state but you have to be strong to solve the challenge.
As for the LINDA that phoned, a good man will always be a good man anytime anyday.
Princess Black Bone said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 9:11
I used to suffer from Depression years ago. It will just come. I will go lock myself up in my room and cry my eyes out. If I don't cry, I won't feel better until I cry.
After crying, I will ask myself why I felt so depressed and usually, I don't have any answers.
I have outgrown that now. I'm married with two Kids and there is no room for depression anymore.
anonymous said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 9:56
I'm a 21yr old gurl suffering 4rm a serious depression 4rm my boyfriend, he broke up with me 4 no reason. bringing anoda gurl 2 skul and making me cry……. it has bin affecting me since physically, and mentally, i have bin down….. pls help me………………. tell me wat 2 do
bamigbade funmilayo said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 11:09
Thank God for today. Depression is a killer disease. I hava been in this so call depression, its only God that can take it off by praying to Him and meditating in His word. when i was in depression, life turn off-side down for me. I don’t know where to turn to. I think of different thing which could be a way out: sucide, ran out of home, go to believers meetings etc just to get a solution. These are the things that help me then:
1. I got to see the challenges as temporal
2. Get related material
3. most important, personal convention
4. Read my bible and never pray until i got a passage related to the challenge. if i found non yet, i got to thank God for my situation.
5. Then one thing help most, taken the challenge of my friends to get a solution for them, even when mine is there.
6. how i get off the depression, i didn’t know. Its is God.
Please parent, should be close to their children and show them love and avoid preference among children or comparing one to another.
Thanks
Jydewalker said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 11:35
thax for this topic,I also experience it, bt ave been able overcome it by watching christian films n making new friends.
Eddie said on Thursday, November 5, 2009, 14:20
What also comes to my mind is: DId i make any effort to prevent what am currently passing through? Have i prayed to God concerning what has befallen me? This could assist in fighting depression, but the truth is that it is not an easy experience, especially when its joined with financial dificulties.
My sincere advice is that: we should put all our trust in God, for He can do all things.
kulchureman said on Friday, November 6, 2009, 5:28
Get yourself together, ignore your boyfriend and the new girl as if they dont exist, be strong and keep a positive and happy outlook, before u knows whats up, d right guy would come ur way.. But i will advise u to try not to rush into any relationship, take time to know any guy you are planning to have a relationship with.
God bless.
Anthony said on Friday, November 6, 2009, 7:31
We all have different experiences on depression caused by what we know about or by another but bottom line is depression shouldnt be allowed to take hold of Us,its not easy though but if only we know that negativity in our live worhips the words of our enemies,i am a living witness who have been depressed too but what can one do there's life after the lost of a job.lets hold on to our faith giving Incredeible praise to our Incredible GOD and i know in the name of Jesus, All things will work together for our good.
GOD bless.
riona said on Friday, November 6, 2009, 10:57
This thing called depression is a killer disease. i have attempted sucide twice in my life and it was bourn out of 1. my late father refusing to pay my fee (Forgave him before he passed on) and 2. when i lost my husband four years ago. though, am still struggling to let go and i know God will see me thru. In my own case, i swing in and out of it.
Dominic Gabrile said on Friday, November 6, 2009, 17:43
DEPRESSION! I HATE IT. I am a 19 years old.
I am going through the highest form of depression i think.
Some one should please tell me what to do cause i don't even know the cause of this problem i need help urgently before it will finish me.
this is my mobile number 08083842524
sope said on Friday, November 6, 2009, 21:24
i admire the courage of everyone who called to share their experiences, this program truly inspires. pls lets take the various steps we have been given and be hopeful.
Dominic, i can imagine how you feel but first understand that once there is life, there is hope and Gods thought towards you is that of good…with this as a bases, u can reach out to other positive activities.
Anthony said on Saturday, November 7, 2009, 0:53
Hello Dominic, at this point in your life is when the enemy wants you to end it but know that we have an Incredible GOD who is bigger than our problems,right now there is a fight over our mind the devil wants to have your mind more than the LORD and this dangerous to let.Hold on real good to the LORD my friend and do not for any reason let go.Depression will not finish you, U will leave to declear the goodness of the LORD in the name of JESUS(Amen).remember the word of God says: WHATSOEVER IS BORN OF GOD OVERCOMETH THE WORLD,always find urself praising GOD and u will overcome.
Onyx said on Monday, November 9, 2009, 13:58
Chaz B, this thing called DEPRESSION is truly deadly, i have someone close to me that has been suffering from it for the past 8-10years, we’ve prayed, fasted, combat it medically and all but it’s an off and on thing for her. So my advise is people should not allow themselves get trapped in it. It is the work of the devil, the devil has a way of showing you what you don’t have thereby you’ll started feeling depressed and disappointed. Rather, tell the devil 1001 things that God did for you and is doing for you and he still promised to do for you. This is the way i fight depression because sometimes i feel it also (but not chronic). We are all human and we are prone to it.
Dominic, i have your number i’ll try and call you but before then i want you to know you are too young to startt entrapping yourselve in that, first of all, locate what the devil is using to ensnare you and fight it with all strength you’ve got. DON’T SEE YOUR WEAKNESS; SEE YOUR STRENGTHS, you are the best that God created always tell the devil that.
Akinrinola Ademola said on Monday, November 9, 2009, 13:53
Pray God will continually endow you with the wisdom to always help people heal up emotional wounds. I strongly believe in your show's Bible excerpt-Provs4:23. I'll also join you in emphasizing that by saying- every action emanates from the heart / mind. The devil knows this so he tries to win the battle of life in the realm of the heart / mind. We need to reinforce our ability to overcome life's challenges by strengthening God's Word in our hearts. Indeed only the truth can set us free;and the Bible is the only embodiment of the truths we need to live victorious lives. IF THOU FAIL IN THE DAYS OF ADVERSITY, THY STRENGTH IS SMALL. We can't afford to fail cos we've come a long way. We'll get there! Shalom.
Efosa said on Monday, November 9, 2009, 16:13
My prayer is God will continue to bless and keep you all cause you are a source of inspiration to me.
twonder said on Monday, November 9, 2009, 20:23
Depression huuuum ???? Deep pressure on your inside- mind, will and emotion. It is of the devil and Jesus is the way out.
Anytime your are depressed LOOK UP and recount the Lord's blessing. I encourage you to read Kenneth Hagin's book titled BELIEVERS AUTHORITY. Only the truth can set any man free, and remember "anything and everything respond to the WORD OF GOD.
You are free from depression in JESUS name
kulchureman said on Monday, November 9, 2009, 20:33
Cast all your burdens onto Jesus for he cares for you !!!
christy said on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 14:01
Not again in my life not again will i suffer depression. God forbid it. well of cause i turned to GOD who says Cast all your burdens onto Jesus for he cares for me.
Akinwande said on Friday, November 20, 2009, 13:48
People could really make you wanna kill yourself but I have this strong believe that was going to make it in life. The years I stayed in my uncles house are the years of my setback, he and his wife terrorized my life that I feel like killing myself, My mother as well didn't help matters but my father believed in me and did all he could to make sure I graduated from the University. I experienced neglect in almost every aspect of life but I was determined. I see those years as challenges, I never gave up. and I can tell you today that I can face any challenge in life. What I would advice is that we shouldn't allow any situation in life to weigh us down. Tough time never last but tough people do. Thanks.
Mathias said on Friday, November 20, 2009, 14:02
We can do all thing through Christ that strengthen us, we shouldn't allow any situation in life to weigh us down. At times I sleep at night without a penny but I believe strongly that I would get to work the following day, eat and come back home, I don't allow any unnecessary issue to bother my life. So advice us to be courageous, face the challenges of life cos its for a while. Peace