The lack of which of these hormones can cause depression?

Correct answer: Serotonin

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Saint Nine
Saint Nine
Those of you who have suffered from depression, you have my whole hearted sympathy. Those of you who haven't, lucky you. Depression is generally misunderstood by pepper who have never suffered from it. It isn't just a case of feeling low, it is an utterly debilitating disease and it takes a great deal of courage even to ask for help.
SeventhAverage4
SeventhAverage4
JezzerLX, people like you, are what is wrong with this world. Telling a depressed person to 'snap out of it' is like telling a deaf person to listen harder, @$$hole!
MetalMom59
MetalMom59
All I know is my SSRI - Celexa works wonderfully. I would be dead without it since my depression is so severe.
SparkyChaz2018
SparkyChaz2018
BluesRaconteur, I think it is wonderful that you have found a routine that works for you. However, for some persons their depression is so severe and overwhelming, that meds are their only hope for some kind of rewarding lufe. If you are so depressed that you cannot bring yourself to get out of bed in the morning, how could you possibly lift weights? I know because I have been there.
OddDungeonMaster7622
OddDungeonMaster7622
never had anxiety that was debilitating like this, before my wife passed away. now I struggle most every day. I wish I knew how to get my life back😥
Player #5621402
Player #5621402
I lost my brother to severe depression so I completely sympathise with anybody who suffers from this dreadful debilitating illness. It’s so important to talk and get support. All the very best to you all.
Sami
Sami
I have been diagnosed with severe depression 7 years now which started after the death of my twin boys. sigh. sometimes medication isn't even as effective as it should be. I have a set of counselors that keep me from committing suicide most of the time. prayer is the greatest cure.....I know one day God will cure me. I sympathize with all who has any form of depression.
Player #14816407
Player #14816407
There is much more to it than serotonin. Talk and group therapy, exercise and eating well if you can. Do what you can for yourself, get professional help. There are many SSRI and SSNIs and combos out there, many with generic versions. It may take several trys before you find what works for you. KEEP looking for help. I have survived 40+ years with this. It is not easy, but you are needed do the best you can.
Bulldogsmomma
Bulldogsmomma
MetalMom59, very happy that you found help. I had a friend who refused to admit anything was wrong. Then it was just to damn late. Thank god you made it!!🙏🏼💜
KeiKo
KeiKo
I suffer from severe depression for most of my life. Have tried so many drugs and none are helping me. Getting up in the am is a monumental task and the rest of my day is doing nothing. I can only ask the good Lord for help and I’m putting all my trust in him. To all of you who suffer from this debilitating disease you have my utmost sympathy.
Mel
Mel
IVE HAD DEPRESSION ISSUES FOR 25 YRS. Ì TAKE AN ANTI DEPRESSANT EVERY DAY. IF YOU MET ME YOU COULDNT TELL. MY SISTER DIDNT KNOW ABOUT THIS. THERE ISNT ANY PARTICULAR TRIGGER.
Char
Char
J, My husband was very sick in the hospital with depression.... Why? Because his testosterone was only 139 instead of over 700. He recovered quickly, but needs testosterone injections for the rest of his life!! So, more than one answer is correct for this question!!!
PerkyLin
PerkyLin
Player #39963081, So sorry. I hope therapy helps.
PerkyLin
PerkyLin
royaljay, What is false?
PerkyLin
PerkyLin
GG, I know! Talk about confusing!
GG
GG
What does walking in a dark alley have to do with serotonin or depression? Never heard of this
Julie
Julie
I’ve been dealing with my depression. Gosh I don’t know since when. I couldn’t even afford to buy those medicine. I pushed myself to get up everyday even my job is affected. I don’t feel like doing anything at all. Please GOD help me surpassed this I ask every living day. I
Edel
Edel
SeventhAverage4, You are so right 😢
poon
poon
OddDungeonMaster7622, remember that song from Santa clause comes to town,"you put one foot in front of the other..." man, it's hard. I always have a plan when all else fails to go somewhere I would never taint with my suicide. I take meds, but...
J
J
Mental Health issues are becoming more and more common due to the times we’re living in. People need help and someone to listen and offer support not to be labelled and shoved into a corner, depression is a horrible illness that effects the person, their family and their friends every day.
barbara
barbara
Sami, my heart goes out to you, I suffer from depression also,so I know how debilitating it can be. I'll remember you in my prayers, God Bless you.
lizouche
lizouche
OddDungeonMaster7622, I am suffering from anxiety too, what helps me is go for walks periodically and drink a glass of water with a teaspoon of cumin ( the spice)whenever i feel an attack. God bless you!
royaljay
royaljay
This has recently been proven false, or at least questionable, throwing into doubt millions of diagnoses.
Scallywag#3
Scallywag#3
Being a woman having to deal with CPTSD & Bipolar 2, depression,anxiety etc I am definitely no stranger to. Depressive disorders not only affect your neurological system it also bites down hard cognitively, emotionally and economically. It touches every aspect of your and your loved ones lives. Remember people. If you think you're walking in the dark alone. All you need to do is get yourself help Stay safe
Melode
Melode
I have had problems with depression for 23 years and I'm on medication for it but I don't let this order my life. despite popular opinion you can't get over this but you can't control it either.
Danielle
Danielle
After struggling for dozens of years, trying virtually every treatment known to the medical "establishment", I was worn, debilitated, and disabled by my "treatment-resistant" depression. In a last-ditch effort, I was sent to try ketamine therapy. In desperation (and at significant cost), I went through with it. My children & husband have me today because of this treatment!
Danielle
Danielle
Saint Nine, Amen and bless you!
Danielle
Danielle
SeventhAverage4, Thank you!
Kenneth Gitonga
Kenneth Gitonga
Dealing with depression in third world countries is nadir.... I suffered a major depression from 2017, drunk myself almost to death. I still can't get my sleeping pattern right up to date 😩
Player #49986886
Player #49986886
SeventhAverage4, Thank you!
Player #49986886
Player #49986886
Saint Nine, Yes, I'm going through one of those times right now for the first time in years,
Boogers
Boogers
Fantastic work UCL 👍
Player #23773460
Player #23773460
i think the difficulty is too high🤔🤔🤔
Dina Faria Estassi
Dina Faria Estassi
Player #5621402, Thank you ❤
Dina Faria Estassi
Dina Faria Estassi
OddDungeonMaster7622, I wonder... my life was never the same...
Dina Faria Estassi
Dina Faria Estassi
MetalMom59, it doesn't work with me anymore. I had to change to another antidepressant. After more than 10 years, it stop helping me... It depends on every individual.
Taina19PR
Taina19PR
OddDungeonMaster7622, DON'T GIVE UP! U HAVE TO LIVE FOR YOU SWEET💖
Player #29961837
Player #29961837
MetalMom59, me too
Player #49322127
Player #49322127
medical research shown that lack of testosterone is also responsible for depression.
Player #43033997
Player #43033997
Player #32567393, a friend tried the magnetic therapy. It worked for a little while. Helped her some. Good luck