Depression is a common yet serious mood disorder that negatively impacts your daily life. It goes beyond temporary sadness or grief. Instead, it involves a constant feeling of hopelessness, loss of interest, and emotional numbness that can last weeks or months.
At Kampala EEG & Sleep Lab, we often see patients who aren’t aware they are living with clinical depression. Understanding this condition is the first step toward healing.
Many factors can contribute to depression. In some cases, it’s linked to a chemical imbalance in the brain. For others, it may result from life events or chronic health conditions.
Here are a few common causes:
Knowing the cause can help your doctor create a personalized treatment plan.
Depression can look different for everyone, but these are common signs to watch out for:
Note: If you’re experiencing thoughts of harming yourself, seek help immediately by contacting a mental health professional or emergency services.
Living with depression can impact every area of your life — from your relationships to your job performance. You might withdraw from friends, lose motivation at work, or struggle to keep up with simple daily tasks.
However, you’re not alone, and help is available. Depression is treatable, especially when diagnosed early.
If your low mood has lasted more than two weeks and affects your ability to function, it’s time to talk to a healthcare professional. At Kampala EEG & Medical Lab, we use diagnostic tools, such as EEG tests, to rule out neurological causes of mood disorders.
Combining medical tests with therapy or medication can help you manage depression more effectively.
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Feeling low from time to time is normal—but what if it doesn’t go away?
Struggling with poor sleep, unexplained fatigue, or nighttime restlessness?
An EEG test may reveal the root cause.
Discover how a simple brain scan at Kampala EEG Lab can help diagnose sleep disorders and restore your rest.
You don’t have to wait until things get worse. Here are simple steps you can take now:
Talk to someone you trust
Keep a journal to track your feelings
Get enough rest and eat balanced meals
Reach out to us or therapist
We’re here to help. Book a consultation with our team and start your journey toward recovery today.