Types of depression

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Depression is basically a mental disorder that is dependent on the mood of an individual. They should be given more importance as depression is a source of motivating to commit suicide. But most people even though are aware of depression are unable to identify the types of depression. According to the different moods of a person and the angle of depression they can be classified into the following types of depression namely,
a) Major depression – This is one of the most common types of depression. It causes lack of interest in regular activities, sex, appetite, sleep and also weight loss.
b) Atypical depression – In this type, the depressed person experiences happiness and also times of elation. They suffer from fatigue, overeating, excess sleeping and weight gain.
c) Manic Depression – This type has change of mood from depression to mania. This has high risk of suicide as the changes are rapid.
d) Psychotic depression – In this type, the depressed person starts imagining and hearing negative things.
e) Dysthymia – In this type the person is unaware of the surrounding environment but lives in it. This is one type that needs medication.
This may seem to be a herculean task when dealing with depression, it is essential to identify the types of depression and treat them at the earliest.

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Types of depression