Depression
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Depression
It is common to feel down or low at some point in time in your life. However, clinical depression is another animal that brings with it constant symptoms of depression. We know how crippling depression can be for some to maintain a job, relationships, and daily mundane tasks.
Depression is diagnosed based on symptoms. Here are a common list of reported depression symptoms:
- Fatigue/Loss of Energy
- Feelings of Worthlessness
- Insomnia or Excessive Sleeping
- Lack of interest in things that once brought joy
- Decreased Libido
- Anger & Irritability
- Social Withdrawal
- Thoughts of Suicide
- Thoughts of Hurting Self/Others
- Weight Loss/Gain
While depression is diagnosed based on symptoms there are many factors that can trigger depression such as:
- Grief/Loss
- Social Isolation/Loneliness
- Having a baby/being a new parent
- Hormonal Changes
- Medications
- Alcohol/Drugs
- Relationship Conflicts
- Physical/Sexual/Emotional Abuse
- Big Life Changes
If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, please don’t hesitate to make an appointment with a therapist! You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone.