Depression in Adults :

Depression in adults can be described as a mood disorder leading to extreme feelings of sadness for a long duration and a lack of interest in things and activities. There are several types of depression in adults, such as persistent depressive disorder (PDD), disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), clinical depression (major depressive disorder), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and depression disorder that may be due to other health conditions. There are other forms of major depressive disorder, such as prenatal depression, seasonal affective disorder, postpartum depression, and atypical depression. There are risk factors that can cause depression in adults, such as stroke, cancer, parkinson's disease, seizures, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, and macular degeneration. The symptoms that can be seen when there is depression in adults can include being sad, insomnia, irritability, lack of appetite, self harm, and suicidal thoughts. Depression in adults can be managed with medications, brain stimulation therapy, and psychotherapy.

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Dr. Lokesh Kumar Kalasapati ? (Dr. Lokesh Kumar Kalasapati - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Lokesh Kumar Kalasapati

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

222, Phase 2

Mythri Nagar

Miyapur, Hyderabad

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Balaji Nagar

Beside Kalyan Jewellers

Kukatpally, Hyderabad

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204, Mythri Nagar

Venkateswara Temple Rd

Madina Guda, Hyderabad

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Sri Surya Towers

Below Sri Chaitanya Jr College

Chanda Nagar, Hyderabad

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Dr. Adi Pratyusha ? (Dr. Adi Pratyusha - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Adi Pratyusha

MBBS, DPM

Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatrist

4-8-138/1/B

Opp. Pillar No.150

Attapur, hyderabad

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Nr Oakridge International School

Opp. Concu,Serilingampally

Gachibowli, hyderabad

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Plot No 3, Road No 2

IT & Financial Dist

Gachibowli, hyderabad

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Dr. Nithya Narasimha Murthy ? (Dr. Nithya Narasimha Murthy - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Nithya Narasimha Murthy

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Fellowship in Child Psychiatry

Psychiatrist

Plot No 22, Avenue 4

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Banjara Hills, hyderabad

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Banjara Hills, hyderabad

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Plot No # 32&33, Survey No. 12

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Kondapur, hyderabad

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Dr. A. Sunil Reddy ? (Dr. A. Sunil Reddy - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. A. Sunil Reddy

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Triveni Towers

Rd Number 1, K P H B Phase 1

KPHB Colony, Hyderabad

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MIG-331

Road No. 4, Phase I

Kukatpally, Hyderabad

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Plot No 4, 5, 23 and 24

Old Mumbai Hwy

Gachibowli, Hyderabad

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Dr. Sneha Kulkarni ? (Dr. Sneha Kulkarni - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Sneha Kulkarni

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Psychiatrist

Opp, Metro Pillar, No: A788

Beside, Royal Oak Showroom

Kukatpally, Hyderabad

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NH 7, Beside DPS, Petbasheerabad

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Kompally, Hyderabad

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Nr Oakridge International School

Opp. Concu,Serilingampally

Gachibowli, Hyderabad

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Dr. Y S R Shanti Navyatha ? (Dr. Y S R Shanti Navyatha - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Y S R Shanti Navyatha

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

61B, Sri Ramnagar - Block B

Near SBI, Opp: Chirec School

Kondapur, Hyderabad

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Plot No 298, Road No 14

Opp HDFC Bank

Banjara Hills, Hyderabad

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Plot No 342, Sy 78 to 93

Raja Rajeshwari Nagar, High Tension Line Rd

Kondapur, Hyderabad

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Dr. Siva Anoop Yella ? (Dr. Siva Anoop Yella - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Siva Anoop Yella

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

Plot No 4, Mythrivanam

Satyam Theatre Road, Srinivasa Nagar

Ameerpet, Hyderabad

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Behind Cyber Towers

In the Lane of IBIS Hotels

Hi Tech City, Hyderabad

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Dr. Rajesh ? (Dr. Rajesh - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Rajesh

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Psychiatrist

16-10-29, Nalgonda X Roads

Near New Market Metro Station

Malakpet, Hyderabad

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16-10-1, Opp D Mart Super Market

Beside Sapphire Function Hall

Malakpet, Hyderabad

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Dr. Nithin Kondapuram ? (Dr. Nithin Kondapuram - Psychiatrist,Sexologist) : Profile

Dr. Nithin Kondapuram

MBBS, DPM, M Sc ( Neuro Psychiatric Epidemiology)

Psychiatrist,Sexologist

Plot No 4, Mythrivanam

Satyam Theatre Road, Srinivasa Nagar

Ameerpet, Hyderabad

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Plot No. 91-94

Guttala Begumpet

Madhapur, Hyderabad

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Dr. Vikram Akavaram ? (Dr. Vikram Akavaram - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Vikram Akavaram

MBBS, DPM, FIPS

Psychiatrist

Pillar No A 600, Plot 65, 66

Miyapur Cross Road

Miyapur, hyderabad

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1-56/6/40& 41

Mythri Nagar

Madina Guda, hyderabad

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1-56/AH, NH 65

Durga Estates Miyapur

Madina Guda, hyderabad

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1-56/AH, Main Road

Mythri Nagar, Hafeezpet

Madina Guda, hyderabad

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11, 1st Floor, V R Chambers

Lingampally Rd, Friends Colony

Chanda Nagar, hyderabad

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Dr. M.Uma Shankar ? (Dr. M.Uma Shankar - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. M.Uma Shankar

MBBS, MD

Psychiatrist

Road No 4

Opp Chandana Brothers

KPHB Colony, Hyderabad

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Dr. Nandini Bandikatla ? (Dr. Nandini Bandikatla - Psychiatrist) : Profile

Dr. Nandini Bandikatla

MBBS, MRCP

Psychiatrist

Plot No. 73/C & 73/D

Survey Number 52

L B Nagar, hyderabad

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Vikrampuri Colony

Vikrampuri Colony, hyderabad

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2nd Floor, 284/A, Road No 12

Above Indian Overseas Bank

Banjara Hills, hyderabad

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Road No 72, Film Nagar

Opp Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan School

Jubliee Hills, hyderabad

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It is a mood disorder that causes a state of persistant sadness and a loss of interest in all actvities including those that were previously of inerest or pleasure leading to a reduced quality of life.
The best doctors for depression treatment in adults are psychiatrists. They have the relevant knowledge and experience to evaluate and identify the mental health problems, and prescribe medical and psychotherapy for its treatment and management to restore the individual's mental well being.
There are many different types and classifications of depression and some of them include clinical depression, persistent depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, atypical depression, depressive disorders due to medical conditions, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, prenatal depression, postpartum depression, disruptive mood regulation disorders, etc.
The treatment for depression that is given by a doctor will depend on the type of depression present, its severity, and the overall health of the individual. It can include medications such as SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, tricyclic antidepressants, and psychotherapy in the form of cognitive stimulation therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, occupational therapy, group therapy, etc., and some procedures like ECT or TMS, and advice on lifestyle modifications.
Depression symptoms in adults include:

  • Feeling of sadness that persists
  • Hopelessness
  • Mood changes such as frustration
  • Irritability
  • Loss of interest in previously pleasurable activities and normal activities
  • Sleep troubles
  • Either low appetite or excessive eating, 
  • Lethargy
  • Suicidal thoughts and tendencies
  • Being fixated on past failures and losses etc.

The exact cause of depression is not clearly understood but certain factors such as altered physical structure of the brain, altered neurotransmitter activity in the brain, genetic factors, and hormonal changes can result in the development of depression.
Psychiatrists with the help of a medical history, clinical evalulation, psychiatric evaluation which includes evaluation of feelings, thoughts, and behavior patterns, blood tests to rule out a physical cause, and they will finally base their diagnosis on DSM -5 guidelines and criteria to confirm diagnosis.
The risk factors for depression can include: 

  • Critical and low esteem personality traits
  • Traumatic and stressful life events 
  • Recreational drug use
  • Alcohol abuse
  • Some medications
  • Chronic illnesses etc.

The complications that can arise from treatment of depression can include side effects of medications such as dizziness, sleep problems, nausea and vomiting, agitation, anxiety, general feeling of being unwell, etc.
There is no certain way to prevent depression, but measures can be taken to identify and address the problem at the very beginning so that complications can be prevented. Measures that can be taken include seeking help and support after a traumatic life event, avoiding keeping emotions bottled up and speaking to a counselor, friends, or family, seeking medical help when there are chronic illnesses and following medical advice to lead a better lifestyle, and avoiding stress.
It is advisable to seek the help of a depression specialist near you if the symptoms of depression are being experienced. The earlier medical help is sought, the easier it is to identify the problem and begin treatment to prevent long term complications.