Each of us has at some point in time had a depressing and sad moment. Depression is a normal human reaction associated with a loss, with the turmoil of everyday life (particularly in light of the present world recession) or with a stressed relationship. Sometimes the sensation of sadness  passes and sometimes it doesn’t.  It only becomes more persistent, possibly leading to a nervous breakdown.

Diseases of the nervous system are very serious and that is why it is important not to ignore them.  Get proper help when you realize you can’t handle them alone. There is no shame in having depression but do get the help you need.

Depression is a serious medical condition affecting the mind and body.  It is a state of mind characterized by a negative sense of inadequacy and a visual lack of activity. Mentally the affected person experiences feelings of gloom and downturns in mood with feelings of sadness, despair, low self-esteem, self-reproach and discouragement.

We have all experienced depression at some time in our life, such as when someone close has died or a misunderstanding has occurred in our family situation, but depression becomes an illness when the mood state is severe, lasts more than two weeks and interferes with our ability to function normally.

It is important to get professional help if your symptoms of depression are severe and affecting your daily life.