depression

We've all experienced sadness, grief or emotional pain. But when these feelings don't resolve over time, depression can begin to define who we are and how we live. Depression is extreme sadness or despair that lasts more days than not. It affects each person in different ways. Depression can impact individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Fortunately, depression is treatable.

Symptoms of depression vary from person to person. Some folks may have a singular episode, while others often experience multiple episodes across time. During these down periods, symptoms occur most of the day, nearly every day and may include:

• Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
• Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters
• Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies or sports
• Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much
• Tiredness and lack of energy, so even small tasks take extra effort
• Reduced appetite and weight loss or increased cravings for food and weight gain
• Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
• Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
• Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things
• Frequent or recurrent thoughts of death or suicidal thoughts
• Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches

Thankfully, at Better Together Therapies, there is help for depression. During the counseling process, we will work together to find out what therapies work best for you or your loved one. We will also collaborate to uncover if there is any underlying cause for the depression, regardless if it is rooted in bio, psycho or social factors. We will also partner in finding strategies to help you cope, as well as develop skills to help change your thinking and manage your symptoms.

You don't have to suffer in the darkness of depression alone. Reach out today.