Navigating the Depths of Major Depressive Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder: Unraveling the Layers of Despair
The human response to stress, loss, and adversity is a complex tapestry, varying from person to person. Many of us have encountered moments of low mood and spirit during challenging times, losing sleep, appetite, and the desire for social interactions. This transient change in behavior is a normal reaction to stress, typically dissipating in a matter of days. However, when symptoms persist for more than two weeks, impacting social, domestic, and occupational functioning, it may signal a shift from a normal reaction to a pathological one, possibly indicating clinical depression.