Is it possible for depression to alter your personality?

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical condition that has a detrimental impact on one's quality of life, thinking, and behavior. Fortunately, it is also treatable. Depression causes melancholy and/or a loss of interest in previously valued activities. It can cause a variety of mental and physical problems, as well as a reduction in your capacity to operate at work and at home.

Understanding the relationship between personality and depression has implications for explaining a etiology and comorbidity, identifying at-risk individuals, and tailoring therapy. We examine seven major theories proposed to explain the relationship between personality and depression, as well as critical methodological difficulties such as qualitative research, mood disorder heterogeneity, and personality evaluation.

The rich empirical research on the role of personality traits in childhood and adult depression is then selectively examined. Furthermore, personality factors appear to play a role in the onset and course of depression via a variety of pathways. The implications for prevention and treatment response prediction are discussed, as well as specific considerations for future study on the association between personality and depression.

Depression is a severe disorder that requires therapy. With proper diagnosis and treatment, the vast majority of people suffering from depression will be able to overcome it. If you are experiencing depression symptoms, the first thing you should do is see your family doctor or a psychiatrist. Explain your concerns and request a thorough review. When it comes to dealing with your mental health difficulties, this is a good place to start. Prior making a diagnosis or therapy, a health practitioner should undertake a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, including an interview and a physical examination. In rare cases, a blood test may be required to check that the depression is not caused by a medical issue such as a thyroid problem or diabetes or a lack of vitamins. The examination will identify particular complaints and study family medical histories, as well as cultural and ecological elements, with the goal of arriving at a diagnosis and determining a course of action.