Teenage Depression

Depression

Depression is a very common emotional problem. It is more than a day of feeling low or sad. It is a long lasting, often recurring illness as real and disabling as heart disease or arthritis. At least one in five Americans will experience a major depressive episode in their lifetime, with women twice as likely to develop depression as men.

Symptoms of Depression

Sleeping too much or too little
Frequent wakening in the middle of the night
Eating too much or too little
Inability to function at work or at school
Headaches, digestive disorders, nausea, pain with no medical basis
Excessive crying
Thoughts of death or suicide
Lack of energy, constant fatigue
Slowed thinking
Difficulty in concentrating, remembering
Loss of interest in daily activities
Loss of sex drive
Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, hopelessness
Restlessness, agitation, irritability
Feelings of inappropriate guilt or worthlessness

Depression is a treatable problem, and studies show that 80-90 percent of those with depression can be successfully treated. We utilize a comprehensive assessment , proper diagnosis, and a treatment plan that may include cognitive behavioral therapy, symptom focused therapy, and medication when indicated.

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