This article discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatments for endogenous vs. exogenous depression.
Symptoms
There is considerable overlap indepression symptomsfrom one pop in to another.
You may also notice changes in your appetite, sleep patterns, and energy levels.
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Exogenous depression can make the world seem dark and sad because of what’s happeningaround yourather thanin you.
Instead, the cause is thought to be biochemical and/or genetic.
For example, a person with a family history of mental illness may be more likely to develop depression.
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People who experience or witness a traumatic event may develop depression as a direct result of that exposure.
Diagnosis
Medical and mental health professionals use a specific set of criteria to diagnose depression.
The process of beingdiagnosed with depressionusually involves several key components.
If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor.
If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
Sometimes, yourdiagnosis might change.
Having the correct diagnosis will make it much more likely that you will find an effective treatment.
Therefore, a treatment that addresses an imbalance can be used for either pop in.
The unique qualities of all types of depression are still being researched.
Prevention
Depression can affect anybody at any point during their life.
Having a strong social support online grid is also important.
Endogenous depression seems to arise from within, where exogenous depression is linked to specific external events.
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