うつ病が治りかけのサイン3つ｜回復のチェックポイント【精神科医が解説】

A psychiatrist thoroughly explains "3 signs that depression is on the way to recovery." #psychiatry #depression #almostrecovered 0:05 (1) Introduction 0:24 (2) Depression gradually improves 2:35 (3) 3 signs that depression is on the way to recovery 2:43 1. Being able to move 4:40 2. Being able to have fun 6:46 3. Being able to relax 9:07 (4) Summary Depression takes time to treat, and improvement is gradual, so it's often difficult to notice improvement on your own. However, there are certain signs that indicate "almost recovery," and you should continue treatment while cherishing these feelings. A psychiatrist answers "3 signs that depression is on the way to recovery" in 10 minutes. Featuring: Yuichiro Kasuga (Psychiatrist, Chairman of Heart Station Medical Corporation) Kokoro Clinic Kichijoji Station https://kokoro-kichijoji.com Fuchu Kokoro Clinic https://fuchu-kokoro.com Fuchu Counseling Room (Affiliated Counseling Room) https://fuchu-counseling.com Please subscribe to our channel:    / kokoroclinicchannel   ↓Click here for more details. (1) Introduction Treating depression takes time, and the process can often be frustrating. However, with continued appropriate treatment, symptoms can gradually improve, eventually reaching a stable state known as "remission." This time, we will take a closer look at the four stages of depression remission. Understanding what happens at each stage and what measures are needed will help you see the path to recovery. (2) Depression is a Remission-Type Illness First, it's important to remember that depression is a remission-type illness. Depression is not simply a low mood; it is a brain disorder. It is believed to be primarily caused by a lack of the brain chemical serotonin. It's a disease that anyone can suffer from, with one in 16 people in Japan experiencing it at least once in their lifetime. Depression symptoms can be broadly divided into three categories. First, "mental symptoms" include feeling depressed all day and losing interest. Second, "physical symptoms" include insomnia, loss of appetite, feeling heavy as lead, and dizziness. Third, "cerebral dysfunction" can lead to mental confusion, such as an inability to concentrate or make decisions. The foundation of treatment is rest. It's important to avoid stress and allow your brain and body to fully rest. Drug therapy primarily involves the use of antidepressants to improve symptoms at the brain level. Psychotherapy also involves reviewing stress coping methods and thinking habits. The course of depression can be divided into three stages: acute, recovery, and relapse prevention. During the acute phase, symptoms are at their most severe and rest is the top priority. During the recovery phase, symptoms fluctuate but gradually improve. During the relapse prevention phase, symptoms stabilize and you can continue to function while preventing relapse. It's important to remember that even after removal from the source of stress, brain inflammation doesn't subside immediately, and symptoms persist for some time. Similar to the healing process of a broken bone, this process requires cellular repair and takes time. Furthermore, improvement is not linear; rather, it fluctuates at a pace of three steps forward and two steps back. (3) Four Stages of Remission from Depression ① Calming Down The first stage is "calming down." During the acute phase, you may be dominated by intense feelings of depression and hopelessness, and may feel compelled by unfounded anxiety and restlessness. At times, negative thoughts take over, posing a risk of impulsive behavior. The key to success during this phase is "doing nothing." It's important to take a break from work and housework and focus on getting plenty of sleep and rest. Sleeping pills and anti-anxiety medications are administered if necessary, and resting the brain is a top priority. If resting at home is not possible, hospitalization may be required. Sufficient rest will first reduce feelings of despair and improve mood. The intense sense of being constantly chased by something will decrease, allowing you to relax. You will also be able to relax and enjoy doing nothing. During this stage, autonomic nervous system symptoms such as anxiety, restlessness, guilt, dizziness, and abdominal pain will improve. ② Able to Move The next stage is "Able to Move." As you enter the recovery phase, your mood will calm, but you may experience problems such as lack of motivation and a lack of activity. Although you may feel calm, you may not be able to think of anything you want to do, you may lack motivation, and your body may feel sluggish. During this period, it is important to gradually get used to doing small activities such as walking and stretching. Your condition will fluctuate from day to day, so take rest on days when you feel unwell and continue improving over the long term. Slowly increase your activity over several months, prioritizing final im...