Depression

 

Depression is a common mental illness worldwide. Statistics show that more than 300,000 people in Hong Kong suffer from depression. According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 300 million people with depression worldwide, but less than 25% of patients will seek effective treatment.

Causes and development of depression:

    • Pressure on life
    • Sudden blow
    • intensive life rhythm
    • Unpleasant family relationship
    • Work or interpersonal frustration
    • Suppressed mental stagnation…
    • Physiological factors, such as genetic inheritance, serious illness, etc.

     

Depression symptoms

  • Depression symptoms:

    • Feeling desperate or negative constantly
    • Losing motivation or interest in life
    • Loss of appetite or overeating, weight loss
    • Sleep habit change – insomnia or hypersomnia
    • Irritability
    • Fatigue, weakness, or sluggishness
    • Self-criticism, low self-image and feeling worthless
    • Difficult to concentrate, low concentration, and poor memory
    • Suicidal Ideation/Attempt

    Depression Treatment

    TMS Treatment Efficacy on Depression