MAJOR DEPRESSION

                                                              What is Major Depression?

Major depressive disorder is a mood disorder that can cause a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities. It can affect how someone feels, thinks, and behaves, and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.

Major depression is highly prevalent and disabling. Depressive disorders rank 13th  worldwide as a cause of disability and mortality, with a lifetime prevalence of 12 percent. 

                                                                Depression Q & A

                                                                What causes depression?

Several factors seem to play a role. It may be caused by chemical changes in the brain. It also tends to run in families. Depression can be triggered by life events or certain illnesses. It can also develop without a clear trigger.

Symptoms:

• Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
•  Lack of energy
•  Poor concentration
• Appetite changes
• Psychomotor retardation or agitation
• Sleep disturbances
• Suicidal thoughts

                                                                      Treatments Approach

The goals of initial treatment are symptom remission and restoration of baseline function. At A New Psychiatry and Wellness Clinic our dedicated providers will conduct a thorough examination with individualized plan to help clients achieve a therapeutic goal. Treatment focuses on how to normalize brain changes associated with depression with use of medication management, therapy and counseling based on individual needs.

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