Depression can have far-reaching emotional and physical impacts on a person’s quality of life. For those suffering from depression, the question is often, “How can I get relief?” At Sound Mind Holistic Services, Nzima Josephine Etta, APRN, has years of experience helping patients find relief from their symptoms. Call or book online today to schedule your appointment at the Fort Worth, Texas, office.
What is depression?
Experiencing sadness or feeling down at times is a normal part of life. These feelings come and go for most people and usually don’t present a significant challenge. However, for those with depression, also called major depressive disorder, these feelings of sadness and loss persist long-term. In addition, someone experiencing depression may lose interest in activities they would otherwise enjoy.
Depression can present many challenges to an individual and manifest in different ways. It can change how you feel, think, and act and interfere with your day-to-day activities. Depression can also lead to other emotional and physical challenges. If you have depression, it’s essential to seek professional help.
What are the symptoms of depression?
Although sadness may be the most obvious symptom of depression, it manifests in many other ways. Common symptoms of depression may include:
Though most people may think of depression as solely an emotional issue, it can also cause physical symptoms such as headaches and back pain.
Who gets depression?
Depression usually begins in your late teens or early adulthood, but it can happen at any age. Certain factors may increase your risk of depression, such as:
Having a personal or family history of depression and other mental health disorders, including bipolar and anxiety disorders or addiction, may also increase your risk.
How can depression be treated?
For those suffering from depression, you do not need to go it alone. Many different treatments are available that have helped countless people alleviate their symptoms. What works for some may not work for others, making it important to find the right treatment for you with professional guidance.
A wide range of medications can help with depression. In addition, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits like exercise, managing stress, and eating a healthy diet is also important.
Psychotherapy can also play an important role in alleviating depression symptoms and developing healthy coping mechanisms.
The Sound Mind Holistic Services team has experience helping her patients find the relief they seek in a compassionate and supportive environment.
To learn more about what you can do to relieve your depression, call or book online today to schedule your first appointment.