Chronic depression results from faulty thinking and false beliefs about oneself. Negative views of self, others and the future, as well as problems dealing with life can produce depression. If responds well to techniques that change thoughts and behaviors. Anti-depressant medication rarely helps in solving chronic depression. Biological depression commonly includes physical symptoms, especially sleep and appetite problems.
Symptoms can be severe and interrupt social relationships and work.
It is the result of a chemical imbalance in the brain and is associated with a family history of depression. Short term therapy often helps relieve symptoms. At times, anti-depressant medication can also be used along with therapy. Bipolar depsression consists of cycles of depression and mania that negatively impact thinking, judgment and social behavior. It is associated with a family history of depression, and responds favorably to medication and psychotherapy.