Why was the great depression of the 1930s such a devastating historical event? What about the crisis of the decade sets it apart from other economic downturns?

Chosen Answer:

The effects were global,because international trade ground almost to halt,so every country was effected.
by: ammianus
on: 6th November 11

When the economic theories of the Classical Economist were not sufficient to put an end to the Great Depression of the 1930s, government leaders began to look for other ideas to help end the problem and came across Keynesian economics.

What can be done to avoid a depression in the first place?

Chosen Answer:

Apple, learn to read. She was referring to an economic depression, not a mental one. Yeesh. Trying to come off as so smart but end up discussing the wrong thing.

I really do not think there is much we can do to avoid a depression to be quite frank. We can as a society be less greedy and try to cut back but that does not always work. With over 300 million Americans alone it takes one hell of a lot to convince that many people to conserve and consume less, to buy less unnecessary items. We are all guilty of buying things we do not need.

Will we ever hit a depression similar to that of the 1930s? Highly unlikely. Too many policies and other safeguards in place to prevent it. We are in a mild recession but I think this is all political. I feel it will change once a new president is elected. That’s how this game works.
by: Mrs. U
on: 29th April 08

I have to do a report on a disability. I thought maybe i could do it on depression, because it’s something i’ve dealt with, and still am. So is depression a disability?
Well my reasoning is that it DISABLES your ability to function.

Chosen Answer:

Some depression is, some is not. The temporary depression when you fail a test, you break up with your boyfriend, your grandma dies, or you lose a job. What you need to recover is mostly time. This type of depression unless it lasts longer than a year is not a disability.

Clinical depression is a disability. This is disability that often has no cause that you have control over. Your brain is handling your emotions badly. You need medication to help your brain get itself working properly consistently again. Some people have a temporary bout of depression once in their life, others have it repeatedly off and on and some struggle with it lifelong.
by: Teddy & Chiliswoman
on: 14th January 11

I had a miscarriage 4 months ago and am now 6 weeks pregnant. I have a son and that pregnancy went perfectly so I know reasonably that I can and probably will have a healthy pregnancy. However, I can’t stop the anxious feeling that I will lose this baby too. I have been having really traumatic dreams that I am having a miscarriage. I feel like if I can’t get this anxiety out of my head that I may actually cause myself to have a miscarriage. Any help would be appreciated.

Chosen Answer:

I know how you feel. I had a miscarriage and 2 months later i found out i was pregnant again. I know until you hit that 12 week mark you are going to be anxious, try maybe taking a warm bath with some lavender scented bath gel before you go to bed to relax your body and maybe it will help you sleep better. When you wake up from one of those dreams, just take a few deep breaths, and i know it sounds kinda wierd but i used to touch my tummy (well the lil bump that was there) alot just to remind myself that i was blessed enough to get pregnant again and it would make me wonder what this baby would look like, what gender, what name i would give and eventually my anxious feeling would go away. I really hope this helps
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on: 23rd October 10

I have several clients that have different diagnosis that fall under the anxiety umbrella, including panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. I am looking for the best way to inspire change and to educate my clients.

Chosen Answer:

I find some behavior therapy techniques work best.

Systematic Desensitization is a relaxation technique. Walk your clients through some relaxation exercises. (Close your eyes, imagine you are on a beach…the air is cool, the waves are crashing in the distance, the sun feels warm on your skin) Once they are relaxed, instruct each person to make a list of anxiety-provoking situations (ranging from least provoking–>most provoking) have your clients imagine themselves in each situation and discuss ways in which they could respond. Group feedback is great because clients will be able to relate to each other and offer support for the client. These exercises are a healthy way to confront anxiety provoking situations without the client actually being in them. The idea is to get comfortable with the ideas/situations to be able to carry them out in real world situations.

If clients start to feel anxious, direct them back to a relaxed state.
by: the bell jar
on: 11th January 09

I think I had existential depression for a few weeks and now I’m wondering if I’m clinically depressed. I get angry at basically anything and I want to cry almost constantly. I haven’t contemplated suicide, but I do feel like my life is useless. Any advice?

Chosen Answer:

I’m not sure if there’s a recorded time, it just happens to get worse over time and then its Clinical depression.
As for advice;

Depression has been mostly effected by Stress levels. If you feel stressed a lot, then try keeping a diary or a Journal. Check this site out: my-diary.org — You can have your Diary private or public, which means people can give you advice if its public, but not all the time will you get advise.

Try drinking a glass of milk before you go to sleep at night. During the sleeping stages, Milk helps the body produce a neurotransmitter called Serotonin, the main active ingredient in anti-depressant medications.
Though with milk and sleep; Its a natural Serotonin rather than what you get in the pills, so its more helpful.

And finally, try relaxing. Do stuff you enjoy; Watch a funny TV show, or movie. Do stuff that makes you laugh and smile. Laughing and smiling release endorphins, which will eventually make you feel happier.

Hope this helps you a bit
by: DeadBattery
on: 7th February 11

my husband in major depression from the past one month . now he is hospitalised and taking escitalopram 20 mg per day from last two weaks . even now he seems to be depressed and he tried for suicide 2 times he always thought of suicide and he does’nt want to return to work . he feel less energetic & lazy
is it possible to recover from depression after one month & to go to job agin . i am really worried about his suicidal ideation. please help me . but his doctor gave him assurance to get rid of of him from the depression.

Chosen Answer:

Sometimes it takes up to 30 days for the meds to work.
by: tumbleweed1954
on: 13th January 07

Yeah I have insomnia every summer for some reason. I’ve talked to my doctor about it but he has been no help at all. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Chosen Answer:

To relieve insomnia, you should avoid substances that make it worse and have good bedtime habits that make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. Make sure your bedroom is a comfortable temperature, dark, and quiet enough for sleep.

Good bedtime habits include:

- Prepare yourself for sleep by, e.g. preparing a ‘to do’ list for tomorrow, so that such distractions are at their minimum when you actually hit the bed.

- Turn your alarm clock so that its glow doesn’t let you know of the time ticking away.

- Not exercising, eating heavy meals, or drinking a lot shortly before bedtime. One exception is yoga. A number of yoga postures are designed to calm your body and prepare you for sleep.

- Following a routine that helps you wind down and relax before bed, such as reading a book, listening to soothing music, or taking a hot bath.

- If you share a bed, buy a king size bed with two different mattresses so that you two don’t disturb each other while sleeping.

- Making your bedroom sleep-friendly. Avoid bright lighting and minimize possible sleep distractions, such as a TV, computer, or pet.

- Going to sleep around the same time each night and waking up around the same time each morning, even on weekends. If possible, avoid night shifts or alternating schedules at work and other causes of irregular sleep schedules.

Both herbal and homeopathic remedies are commonly used alternatives to sleeping tablets in reducing insomnia, and can be very effective in helping to assist an individual in the transition to peaceful slumber without strong sedatives or any concerning side effects.

Certain herbs such as Hypericum perforatum, Scuttelaria laterifolia, Passiflora incarnata can be used to maintain healthy sleep patterns and promote optimal balance of sleep-related hormones involved in the sleep cycle.

Homeopathic remedies such as Coffea C30 and Nux Vom. C30 are also used to reduce insomnia and maintain restful, satisfying, and healthy sleep. Other natural supplements that are widely used to address the underlying causes of chronic insomnia are calcium lactate, magnesium lactate and vitamin B6.

You may get more info here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/remedies/i/insomnia.htm

Hope all this helps

Good Luck
by:
on: 20th January 11

I have been struggling with insomnia for a while. I just recently started taking benadryl every once in a while for my constant sleeping problem. Now it’s gotten to the point where I feel like if I don’t take it i won’t be able to sleep. I know its not a physical problem. I am just letting my mind play tricks on me. Any suggestions on how to fix this problem?

Chosen Answer:

Cool temperature in the room. As little light as possible. As little sound as possible. Avoid mental or emotional stimulation 2 hours prior to sleep. Last but not least, try Melatonin.
by: Mr. A. W. Wolfe
on: 4th February 09

I was just wondering what aspects of the depression gave reasons for us to change. Like how was it a big part in making Canada what it is today?

Chosen Answer:

Infrastructure: Trans-Canada Highway with several routes (at the time through Ontario thanks to the Premier of the day, named Frost). There were many local infrastructure projects such as sewer, water and hydroelectric lines being built and/or installed. Telephone and telegraph were also extended to some otherwise isolated areas of the day but telephone really came later as a network.
by: spiffer1
on: 24th May 11