It's very common to feel sad, matter of fact, it is part of the human experience. We all get sad and lonely sometimes and it kinda sucks. It really is not a good feeling and sometimes it can get extreme. Depression can have many consequences. People can lose their jobs, marriages, or families because of depression. Massive shootings and suicide rates have been as a result of depression and it can happen to anyone.
Some things that can cause depression include:
1. Loss of a job or career
2. Loss of a loved one
3. A break up, divorce, or failing marriage
4. Mental illness
5. Stress
6. Trauma
7. Medication
8. The weather
9. Pregnancy
Some symptoms of depression include:
1. Persistent sad, anxious or "empty" mood
2. Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
3. Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
4. Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities, including sex
5. Decreased energy, fatigue, or feeling "slowed down"
6. Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
7. Insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
8. Low appetite and weight loss or overeating and weight gain
9. Thoughts of death, suicide, or suicide attempts
10. Restlessness and irritability
11. Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and pain for which no other cause can be diagnosed.
(https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/depression/symptoms)
If you are suffering from depression, below are resources that you can use to get treatment:
SAMHSA’s behavioral health treatment services locator is an easy and anonymous way to locate treatment facilities and other resources, such as support groups and counselors, to treat and manage depression.
National Hopeline Network: 1-800-784-2433
If your depression is leading to suicidal thoughts, call the National Hopeline to connect with a depression treatment center in your area. The Hopeline also offers a live chat feature for those who don’t want to (or are unable to) call and can dispatch emergency crews to your location if necessary.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
This national hotline is another valuable resource for people whose depression has escalated to suicidal or other harmful thoughts. Their network of crisis centers provide emotional support and guidance to people in distress and are also available via a chat service and a special hotline number for the hearing impaired: 1-800-799-4889.
National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-448-4663
This resource provides brief interventions for youth who are dealing with pregnancy, sexual abuse, child abuse, depression and suicidal thoughts. They also provide referrals to local counseling, treatment centers, and shelters.
(https://www.mentalhelp.net/articles/depression-hotline/)
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xoxo
Stefanie Choh
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