Question 1

does our society recognize melancholia?

Accepted Answer

Depends who is asked: Most people  recognize melancholia (depression) is an illness and is treatable. Some however still think of it as a weakness that should be overcome by sheer will power.

Question 2

is it possible to have depression with melancholia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Melancholic features is one of the specifiers for the diagnoses of major depression. It includes anhedonia, psychomotor retardation, lack of mood reactivity -- your mood doesn't improve even in response to a positive events. If you need diagnosis and treatment, please see a professional.

Question 3

what songs do you recommend for melancholia people? i always cry over love songs.

Accepted Answer

Depends: People differ in their tastes for for music. Listen to the kind that makes you happy, upbeat, positive and energized.

Question 4

i'm depressed cause no one can help me. what could poss cause a 38 yo female to grow nearly 3 inchs after being the same height for the past 15 years?

Accepted Answer

See your PCP.: There is a condition called acromegaly that can do this due to pituitary problems. Your PCP can refer you to an endocrinologist who can order tests to rule this condition out. Take care.

Question 5

i feel depressed for no reason, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Therapy can help: Sometimes it's difficult to figure out the cause of a depressed mood. Therapy can help. To find a psychologist in your area check out http://locator.Apa.Org.

Question 6

is it normal for humans to get depressed for no reason?

Accepted Answer

Yes: One common mechanism is lack of sunlight especially in the winter.  This lowers your vitamin d levels and you  neurotransmitters in your brain.  Lack of sleep and social isolation can led to depression.

Question 7

it is possible that a hangover cause you to be depressed?

Accepted Answer

Yup: A hangover can cause you to feel like crap both physically & emotionally.

Question 8

are there any drugs that will cause you to become depressed as a teenager?

Accepted Answer

Yes there are some.: Individual responses vary so medication, street drugs, supplements,  herbal remedies, alcohol and birth contronl all have to be included. Alcohol is universally a depressant, only varying in severity. Birth control medication has a reputation of  causing depression. Opioid medications are depressants and stimulant drugs can cause depression when one comes down off the high - suicidal in cocaine.

Question 9

could anti-depressants cause you to stop being depressed and turn violent?

Accepted Answer

Usually Not: Not normally. However, it is not unheard of.  An individual with a predisposition for bipolar disorder may flip into mania on an antidepressant (which can sometimes be accompanied by violence).

Question 10

what do you suggest if i'm depressed for no apparent reason, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Working with a: Therapist will help you figure out what is leading to your depression. Many people don't know why before they start working with a professional. Give it a try.

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