Depression can be triggered by several factors. Statistically, at least one in three people will suffer from depression in the course of their lives. Women are affected twice as often as men. Very often, the clinical picture develops after enormous psychological stresses that are not (or cannot) be properly processed.
As a rule, however, there are several risk factors at the same time that gradually lead to the disease:
Physical illnesses can also trigger depression. The most common risk factors here are:
Depression can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms. According to the 10th International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10), for a diagnosis of “depression”, at least two main symptoms and at least two additional symptoms must occur over two weeks. The main symptoms include:
The following features fall into the category of additional symptoms:
Many sufferers also initially complain of physical complaints, which subsequently turn out to be symptoms of a depressive disorder. These include:
Early detection of depression and defining urgently needed treatment together.
Basic psychosomatic care, counseling, analysis of the autonomic nervous system if necessary. Blood analysis, if necessary.
20 – 40 minutes
For blood analysis, appear fasting. When analyzing the autonomic nervous system: do not take alcohol, coffee, or beta blockers for 12 hours.
Follow-up appointment. Prescription for a medication or digital health app, if applicable. Referral to psychotherapist, if necessary.
Examination and consultation are usually services provided by health insurance funds. Extra fees may apply for special blood analyses. Analysis of the autonomic nervous system: self-payer 75€. Privately insured persons: according to the official regulation of charges for physicians (GOÄ) and analog digits.
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