Depression
Depression is a mental health disorder that can sometimes be caused, or exacerbated, by a medical condition. Depression causes a persistent feeling of sadness, despair, and a general loss of interest in things. Depression can cause physical symptoms, too, leading to a variety of emotional and physical problems that are difficult to fix on one's own. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and depression may make you feel as if life isn't worth living.
Common Symptoms of Depression include (but are not limited to):
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Feelings of extreme sadness or unhappiness
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Loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities
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Reduced sex drive
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Insomnia or excessive sleeping
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Changes in appetite — depression often causes decreased appetite and weight loss, but in some people it causes increased cravings for food and weight gain
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Agitation or restlessness — including pacing, hand-wringing or an inability to sit still
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Slowed thinking, speaking, or body movements
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Indecisiveness, distractibility, and decreased concentration
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Fatigue, tiredness, and loss of energy
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Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or blaming yourself when things aren't going right
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Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions, and remembering things
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Frequent thoughts of death, dying, or suicide
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Crying spells for no apparent reason
There are many causes of depression, including genetic predisposition, biological, psychological, and environmental factors. However, you don’t need to live with depression- there are many treatment options available.
If you believe you or a loved one may be battling with depression, please call LSH Psychological Services today. Dr. Hennessy is here to help you. With a unique therapy plan designed on a per-patient basis, she knows that the right therapy makes all the difference. Call today at 954-317-0551 or email her at Dr.LaurenHennessy@gmail.com.
For more information regarding depression, check out the links below:
WebMD: Get Help for Depression
