Many consequences of depression Massive effects in everyday work

Depression often has a massive impact on day-to-day work
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently reported that the number of people with depression worldwide has risen again. In this country millions of people are affected. The mental illness also has a massive impact on working life.

More and more people with depression
More and more people in the EU are suffering from depression. Every year in Germany, around eight percent of the population get ill. The disease can occur at any age, regardless of gender and social status. Depression can manifest itself in a variety of symptoms: lack of drive, lack of motivation, sadness, little zest for life. This can quickly lead to poorer performance in the workplace. Experts urge: Depressed people need professional help.

More and more people suffer from depression. The disease also affects working life. Those affected should seek professional help. (Image: Korta / fotolia.com)

Impact on working life
Depression is manifested among other things by symptoms such as depression, joylessness or impotence.

In addition, occur in up to 90 percent of those affected concentration disorders, which can also affect working life, as the German Psychiatric Association (DGPPN) announced according to a message from the news agency dpa.

"Depression is a common disease. It affects the entire life situation of those affected and also burdens family, partnership and friendships. Often, it leads to long absences at work, "said DGPPN President Professor Arno Deister in a statement.

Other experts have pointed out in recent years that there are many days off due to depression.

Limited problem-solving ability
In people with depression, problem solving skills are often limited. Affected then have difficulty making decisions and planning.

Employees have to put a lot of effort into compensating for such deficits. The result: exhaustion at the end of the day and no energy for private activities.

When working people notice symptoms themselves, they should take it seriously. Depression can be treated well in most cases - the easier the earlier treatment is started.

Many sufferers are not treated at all
If his depression is not recognized in time and treated consistently, it can become chronic. The treatment is traditionally with medications (antidepressants) and psychotherapy. But sports also help against depression.

But: "18 percent of people with severe depression are not treated in Germany today. Only 26 percent of patients receive treatment as recommended by the scientific guidelines, "said Professor Arno Deister.

The experts recommend those affected to seek professional help. (Ad)