Depression

Depression is more than a feeling of simply being unhappy or fed up for a few days. We all go through spells of feeling down, but when you're depressed you feel persistently sad for weeks or months, rather than just a few days.

Some people still think that depression is a trivial issue and not a genuine health condition but they are wrong as depression is a real illness, and it's not a sign of weakness or something you can treat yourself for without professional help. It can be caused by stress, anxiety and adverse circumstances, genetic causes, pregnancy, change of seasons etc.

There are many different types of depression with different causes, symptoms and treatments. Some of these include:

• Major Depression

• Persistent Depressive Disorder

• Bipolar Disorder

• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

• Psychotic Depression

• Postpartum Depression

When to seek expert advise

If you or a loved one is facing depressive episodes, seek help from your doctor at the Mind and Brain Service Line​ at The Aga Khan University Hospital. You may be assured of receiving quality medical care, additional information and medical advice from our doctors. You can also consult doctors from the Family Health Services for a preliminary examination. You can safely and privately discuss your symptoms, gain advice and receive personalized treatment and care.

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