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Everyone gets sad or down at one time or another. But for many people, depressed feelings persist for weeks, months, and sometimes years. Like diabetes or heart disease, depression is a serious medical condition that can grow progressively worse if left untreated. Long-term depression interferes with how well we succeed in the world and how we relate to our colleagues and loved ones. Long-term depression darkens our thoughts, drains our energy, and drags at our work life and special relationships.

Depression that lasts more than several weeks begins to affect every aspect of life. The most common symptoms of longterm depression include loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of overwhelming sadness or fear, changes in appetite (weight gain or loss), disturbed sleep patterns (insomnia or sleeping more than normal), changes in levels of activity (restlessness or significantly slower movement), fatigue (both mental and physical), lowered self-esteem, and thoughts about death or suicide. Depression can affect children, teens, and adults.

Facts About Depression

• Depression is highly treatable, yet only about 1/5th of adults suffering from depression are under the care of a physician or a psychologist.*
• 54% of the American population believes depression is a personal weakness.*
• 41% of depressed women are too embarrassed to seek help.*
• Depression may deveop from a complex set or risk factore including genetic makeup, brain chemistry, personality, and life events.
• Depression is commonly misdiagnosed and under-treated.

_{* Data adapted from the National Institute of Mental Health.}

Depression Brochure

For more information on Depression, please click the image to the left to download the Depression brochure in PDF format.  This brochure details the facts about Depression, its connection with the nervous system, and available treatments. 

If you are truggling with depression or other mood disorders, please contact us today to discuss treatment options.