Depression: What it is and What Can be Done About It  [Download PDF]
Description: This presentation discusses the various causes of depression and the numerous types of symptoms that may occur. Practical steps for overcoming depression are reviewed. Guidance for how to help someone who is depressed is provided.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding three categories of depression: spiritual, situational, and medical/psychological
- Why knowing which type off depression someone is dealing with is so important
- Differentiating true guilt from false guilt
- Descriptions of unipolar, bipolar, chronic, post-partum, and seasonal depressions
- Types of treatments for each of the clinical depressions (including counseling, social support, medication, etc.)
- How depression manifests itself in children, adolescents, adult men, adult women, and in seniors
- How you can support someone who is struggling with depression
Audience: Appropriate for the entire congregation
Length: 2 hours
Format: PowerPoint Presentation
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