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1,5 million Poles suffer from depression. According to WHO, in a few years it will be the most common disease in the world. Depression attacks imperceptibly – a person becomes indifferent, loses interests, does not feel joy. But the condition also produces physical symptoms that may be the first warning signs that something is wrong.
Depression – Statistics
350 million people worldwide struggle with depression. According to unofficial estimates, in Poland this problem may be as high as 10 percent. society. Most of them do not receive appropriate medical help and struggle with the disease in the comfort of their own home. Patients hide well – even their closest relatives may not know about their disease.
Unfortunately, the mental health was negatively affected by the pandemic – stress and fear related to fears for the health and life of oneself and those of loved ones left their mark. The new data shows that approx. 42 percent. Poles notice that their mental condition is deteriorating due to COVID-19.
Women are more likely to be depressed. Usually it is diagnosed in people aged 20-40, but it also very often affects seniors.
Depression – symptoms
Depression causes a number of symptoms related to our well-being. Loss of pleasure, sadness, decreased concentration, “black thoughts” are just some of them.
The body suffers from depression too. There are sleep disturbances, lack of appetite, constant fatigue.
Learn about the signs that you may be suffering from depression in our infographic.
If you feel that you are in a difficult situation and need to talk to a psychologist, do not wait and call 22 484 88 01 to the Antidepressant Helpline of the ITAKA Foundation dlapeople in crisis. If you are a child, call us (free and anonymous) number intended for minors: 116 111.
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