I second thatI have a diagnosis of Dysthymic Disorder from 2004. I have a long history of depression,and it runs in my family
My indicator is my Moon in Pisces in 6th square the opposition of retrograde Saturn in Gemini in 9th and Jupiter-Neptune in Sagittarius in 3rd. I also have Moon oppose Saturn/Neptune midpoint too.
other indicators are my Saturn contraparallel Mercury-Venus-Neptune parallel.
I have Sun in Scorpio in 2nd quincunx Saturn
I feel that my depression stems more from insecurity and low self esteem stemming from my special education past,learning disabilities,and my past abuse by my parents especially my mother who also has a history of mental health problems. Mental health problems run in families whether its nature or nurture or both.
A strong connection between depression and learning disabilities is common knowledge.
That's why I stress that mental health professionals need to look into possibile learning disabilities especially if their patients have insecurity that involves feeling that they are stupid.
There are many things that can be linked to Depression like serious health problems,neurological disorders(especially degenerative neurological conditions),vestibular disorders, abuse,vitamin deficiencies,hormone imbalances(testosterone used to be used as antidepressant for males),allergies(antihistamines used to be used as antidepressants)painful relationship breakups,death in a family,unemployment,mistreatment,oppression and stress is a big one. Also Depression and Anxiety disorders are connected. Many people with depression have anxiety and vice versa. I have a diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder, but I also feel a lot of my anxiety is social anxiety as I am very shy. A part of that is feeling that I am unattractive.
like I said, insecurity/low self esteem can factor into depression and anxiety disorders.
I feel that highly sensitive people who have a history of trauma,abuse are at high risk for depression and anxiety...of course, I am a highly sensitive person. Dr. Elaine Aron talked about that in her books on highly sensitive people. Both high sensitivity and learning disabilities run in my family. Learning Disabled tend to be highly sensitive people.
Of course, substance abuse is common in people with mental health problems. Substance abuse runs in my family too. I don't have a history of it myself,and I intend to keep it that way.
there are many possible astrological indicators for depression, but they don't have to actually be depression. They could indicate other things that fit with the planetary symbolisms.
There are the intepretations for the aspects from Cosmobiology Health Report program - a report extension for Kepler Astrology program. I got the medical astrology program back in 2003.
It includes mainly the hard aspects and midpoints. Those are often looked at for health problems.
My indicators for depression and related stuff:
Moon Square Saturn:
There is a tendency to hardening of the lymph nodes, tonsils and spleen. You could be
subject to disturbances of the fluid balance and bladder complaints. This aspect also could bring periods of melancholy or depression and psychical or hereditary ailments.
Moon Opposition Saturn/Neptune Orb:0 Deg 17 Min
You tend to be a bit melancholic, are prone to manic depression and in some cases
suicide. Your illnesses could come through emotional suffering. There is potential for
repeated or chronic disease of the lymphatic system, polyps and cysts. For women there is
a tendency to female diseases.
Mars Opposition Mercury/Saturn Orb:0 Deg 50 Min
There is a tendency towards slow development and possible stuttering or muteness because of fear of speech. You are inclined to feel depressed frequently and could be subject to chronic nervous ailments.
Saturn Opposition Jupiter/Neptune Orb:0 Deg 05 Min
You could have potential disorders in your metabolic system and may be susceptible to liver, gall or lung diseases, blood disorders and circulatory problems. You tend to get depressed easily, may lack appetite which could lead to emaciation or because of grief or worry you may go on eating binges and put on weight. There also is a tendency toward hypochondria.
Jupiter Opposition Saturn/MC Orb:0 Deg 06 Min
You tend to vacillate between feeling fairly well at times and at other times may become discontent which could lead to ailments caused by emotional distress.
Uranus Opposition Mars/Saturn Orb:0 Deg 13 Min
You have a potential for straining, tearing and cramping your muscles. There is an inclination to sudden illness, severe injury or accidents requiring surgery with the possibility of losing an arm or a leg. There also is a tendency to suicide with sharp objects, weapons or vehicles.
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