Learn the 7 Common Types of Depression
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Irritability, exhaustion, anxiety, moodiness, bloating, increased hunger, food cravings, pains, and breast tenderness are among the most prevalent symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) are similar, although those related to mood are more severe. PMDD symptoms may include:
- extreme weariness
- sadness, hopelessness, or self-criticism
- Severe tension or worry
- Mood swings, sometimes accompanied by episodes of sobbing
- Irritability
- Inability to concentrate
- Food cravings or bingeing
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
If you have depression, tiredness, and weight gain throughout the winter but feel good in the spring, you may have seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as major depressive disorder with seasonal pattern. SAD is thought to be caused by a disruption in the body’s regular circadian cycle.
This rhythm is influenced by light entering the eyes, and any seasonal difference in the night/day pattern might create a disruption, leading to depression. SAD prevalence numbers are difficult to determine because the ailment frequently goes misdiagnosed and unrecognized. It is more prevalent in locations farthest from the equator.
According to estimates, SAD affects 1% of Florida’s population; in Alaska, the figure rises to 9%. SAD is more common in the planet’s extreme north or deep south, and it is frequently treated with light treatment to compensate for the seasonal decrease of daylight.
Atypical Depression
Do you exhibit symptoms of sadness (such as overeating, excessive sleeping, or high sensitivity to rejection) but suddenly perk up in the face of a happy event? Based on these symptoms, you may be diagnosed with atypical depression (also known as depressive disorder with atypical features), a kind of depression that does not fit the “normal” presentation of the condition.
Atypical depression is distinguished by a distinct set of symptoms that include: Atypical depression is more widespread than the name suggests. Atypical depression, unlike other types of depression, may react better to a type of antidepressant known as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).
- Excessive eating or weight gain
- Excessive sleep
- Fatigue, weakness, and feeling “weighed down”
- Extreme rejection sensitivity
