DEPRESSION

DEPRESSION

Sight:

• Dim or low lighting, often preferring darkness.
• Disorganized or cluttered spaces.
• Lack of bright colors, mostly dull or muted tones.
• Mirrors reflecting a tired, unkempt appearance.
• Unopened curtains or blinds, blocking out sunlight.

Sound:

• Silence or muffled sounds, as if the world is muted.
• Monotonous or repetitive noises, like the ticking of a clock.
• Melancholic or slow music, perhaps in the background.
• The faint hum of appliances.
• The sound of rain tapping on the window, creating a dreary ambiance.

Smell:

• Stale or musty air, indicating a lack of fresh ventilation.
• Unwashed laundry or bedding, carrying a faint sourness.
• The lingering scent of old food or empty dishes.
• The earthy smell of rain, if it’s wet outside.
• The faint, comforting smell of a blanket or familiar object.

Taste:

• Bland, tasteless food, indicating a lack of appetite.
• The metallic taste of tears.
• Bitter aftertaste from medications.
• Stale coffee or the strong taste of black tea.
• Dryness in the mouth, making everything taste faintly of cardboard.

Touch:

• Heavy, sluggish limbs, as if moving through molasses.
• The rough texture of unshaven skin or dry patches.
• The soft, comforting feel of a blanket wrapped tightly around the body.
• The cool, smooth surface of a desk or table under resting arms.
• The numbing sensation of cold air on the skin.

General Physical Sensations:

• A constant weight or pressure on the chest, making breathing feel labored.
• A persistent dull ache in the body, especially in the shoulders and neck.
• Tremors or shakiness from anxiety.
• Lethargy, making even small tasks feel overwhelmingly difficult.
• A feeling of emptiness or hollowness in the stomach.

Internal Sensations

Internal sensations are those that occur within the body and mind, and they can be psychological or physical:

1. Emotional Symptoms:
   • Persistent sadness or low mood
   • Feelings of hopelessness or helplessness
   • Irritability or frustration, even over small matters
   • Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
2. Cognitive Symptoms:
   • Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions
   • Negative thinking or rumination
   • Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt
   • Thoughts of death or suicide
3. Physical Symptoms:
   • Changes in appetite (eating too much or too little)
   • Sleep disturbances (insomnia or hypersomnia)
   • Fatigue or loss of energy
   • Physical aches and pains without a clear physical cause

External Sensations

External sensations are more about how an individual interacts with the world around them and can include:

1. Behavioral Changes:
   • Withdrawing from social interactions
   • Neglecting responsibilities or personal care
   • Reduced productivity at work or school
   • Showing less facial expression or speaking in a monotone voice
2. Physical Manifestations:
   • Slowed body movements or speech
   • Neglected appearance (e.g., wearing the same clothes for days, not grooming)
   • Visible restlessness or agitation
3. Social Symptoms:
   • Difficulty maintaining relationships
   • Isolation or avoidance of social activities
   • Being perceived as uninterested or distant by others