27/08/2024
𝘽𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 '𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚' 𝙈𝙮𝙩𝙝: 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝘾𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙨 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣?
For years, we've been told that depression is simply the result of a 'chemical imbalance' in the brain.
But recent research and expert opinions suggest that this explanation is overly simplistic.
While neurotransmitters like serotonin do play a role, depression often arises from a complex interplay of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.
"The idea that there's a single cause of depression is fundamentally flawed," says Dr. Alan Teo, Psychiatrist. "We need to consider the whole person, including their life experiences and stressors."
Consider Jane's story: initially diagnosed with a chemical imbalance, it took years for her to uncover contributing factors such as unresolved trauma and chronic stress. Addressing these factors through therapy and lifestyle changes was crucial to her recovery.
Understanding that depression is multifaceted can empower you to explore various treatment options, from medication to therapy to lifestyle adjustments.
What are your thoughts on this?
