What is Depression?
Depression is a medical condition where your mood stays low for a long time, not just sadness, but a deep sense of emptiness, fatigue, or hopelessness that affects how you eat, sleep, think, and interact with others. It can make even simple tasks feel overwhelming.
What causes it?
Depression develops from a combination of physical, psychological, and environmental factors. These may include:
- Chronic stress or emotional strain, especially if prolonged or unresolved
- Major life changes, such as loss of a loved one, illness, divorce, or financial difficulties
- History of trauma, especially in early life, can affect emotional regulation
- Medical conditions like diabetes, hormonal changes (e.g., postpartum or thyroid issues), or chronic pain
- A family history of depression or related mood disorders
- Certain personality traits and disorders, such as low self-esteem, high self-criticism, or borderline personality disorder, can increase vulnerability to depression
What are the possible symptoms?
Symptoms of depression go beyond mood and often affect the whole body. They include:
- Low energy and constant tiredness - even after rest
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
- Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or self-criticism
- Changes in sleep, either insomnia or oversleeping
- Appetite changes - eating too much or too little
- Irritability, indecisiveness, or forgetfulness
- Thoughts of self-harm or suicide in more severe cases
How can we help?
Dr. Mohanty takes a medical and personalised approach to treating depression, focusing on restoring emotional stability and function.
His care includes:
Comprehensive psychiatric assessment
to understand underlying causes and symptom severity
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Tailored medication plans
to regulate mood, improve energy, and ease emotional distress
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Regular review and adjustments
to ensure the best response to treatment with minimal side effects
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Therapy
where needed, to address deep-rooted emotional challenges
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
to help patients identify and change negative thought patterns that contribute to depression
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