Yoga & Depression: Introduction

Questions Answered Here

1. What is a primary differentiator between sadness and depression?
2. What is clinical depression?
3. Describe potential symptoms of depression.
4. Describe how depression is chemically different from anger and anxiety.
5. From a yogic perspective, depression may be classified as rajasic or tamasic. What are the indicators of each?
6. Describe a general approach to consider.
7. Research has shown that yoga reduces symptoms of depression. Name four tools you might consider.

What is Depression?

Sadness & Grief vs. Depression