Depression Reactive

Reactive depression: understanding and treatment

Reactive depression, also known as psychogenic depression, is a type of depressive disorder. It occurs in response to specific events or stressors in a person's life, such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, financial problems, problems at work, or other difficulties. Unlike clinical depression, reactive depression has a specific cause and usually occurs over a limited period of time.

The main characteristics of reactive depression are deep feelings of sadness, loss of interest in previous hobbies, fatigue, changes in appetite and sleep, problems concentrating, feelings of helplessness and low self-esteem. People suffering from reactive depression may also experience irritability, apathy, and social isolation.

It is important to note that reactive depression is different from the normal response to stress. In most cases, people can cope with loss or hardship by experiencing temporary sadness or a few days of low mood. However, if these symptoms continue for a long time and significantly affect the quality of life, it may be reactive depression.

Treatment for reactive depression usually includes psychotherapy and support from loved ones. Therapeutic options may include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps change negative thoughts and behavioral patterns and helps develop stress management strategies. Other forms of therapy, such as interpersonal therapy (IPT) or psychodynamic therapy, may also be effective in helping patients cope with reactive depression.

In some cases, the doctor may decide to prescribe antidepressants for a short period of time to relieve symptoms and help the patient return to normal life. However, drug treatment is usually combined with psychotherapy to achieve the best results.

In addition to professional treatment, it is also important to pay attention to self-care and self-management. This may include a healthy lifestyle such as regular exercise, a balanced diet, adequate sleep and maintaining social connections. Relaxation practices such as meditation or yoga can also be helpful in relieving stress and improving mood.

In conclusion, reactive depression is a form of depressive disorder that occurs in response to specific stressors or events in a person's life. It is important to distinguish reactive depression from a normal reaction to stress and seek professional help if necessary. A combination of psychotherapy, support from loved ones, and, in some cases, medication can help patients cope with reactive depression and regain quality of life. In addition, self-care and self-management also play an important role in the healing process.

Reactive depression (abbreviated from Latin depressio - “suppression”) or psychogenic depression (Latin psyche, psychos “soul”, “mind”; Greek a -particle with the meaning of negation + haga - “to cause suffering” due to anything [1]; psychogenic depression) is a form of endogenous depression (depressive disorder), in which the experience of depression is caused by a traumatic situation (stress, etc.). In contrast to depression of the endogenous type, which is not caused by specific causes, L. S. Vygotsky considered these two forms of depression to be different and, which is especially important in the pedagogical aspect, he identified special types of reactions without a depressive component [2]. The most revealing, in his opinion, is the description of the patient Krait, whom G. K. Ushakov initially