Mental Disorders
Depression
Depression goes beyond occasional sadness. At Supreme Health & Wellness in Miami, Florida, our providers understand how intrusive thoughts and feelings of hopelessness can permeate your daily life. Utilizing the latest techniques in psychiatry, we diagnose and treat depression in individuals of all ages. Call our clinic today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.
WHAT IS DEPRESSION?
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders, causing feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and irritability. This condition can impact your mood and behavior, diminishing your work and school performance and interfering with your interpersonal relationships. Depression can develop at any age and remains the leading cause of disability worldwide.
WHAT IS DEPRESSION?
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders, causing feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and irritability. This condition can impact your mood and behavior, diminishing your work and school performance and interfering with your interpersonal relationships. Depression can develop at any age and remains the leading cause of disability worldwide.
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF DEPRESSION?
Everyone experiences depression differently. The signs may initially be subtle but typically worsen over time without treatment. Common symptoms of depression include:
- Irritability
- Loss of interest in once-loved activities
- Feelings of extreme sadness, hopelessness, guilt, or worthlessness
- Sleeping too often or too little
- Restlessness
- Losing or gaining weight
- Fatigue
- Persistent thoughts of suicide or death
- Muscle aches
- Digestive issues
If you experience any of these symptoms for longer than two weeks, the providers at Supreme Health & Wellness may perform a comprehensive mental health evaluation. Once you have a diagnosis, we can create an individualized treatment plan to reduce your symptoms and help you overcome the challenges of depression.
HOW DOES DEPRESSION DEVELOP?
Many factors can influence depression, including brain chemistry, stress, and genetics. Even personality traits, such as your temperament—whether you are more pessimistic or optimistic—and your self-esteem, may also play a role.
Common risk factors for depression include:
- Past trauma
- Certain medications
- Underlying medical conditions
- Vitamin deficiencies
Having risk factors for depression doesn’t necessarily mean you will develop the condition, but it does increase your vulnerability to its effects.
WHAT ARE THE TREATMENTS FOR DEPRESSION?
A combination approach typically offers the greatest improvements for individuals with depression. Providers at Supreme Health & Wellness may create an individualized treatment plan that includes therapy and medication.
Antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), may help minimize the symptoms of depression.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can also encourage you to turn negative thoughts and behaviors into more helpful ones. This technique allows you to understand and process your feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness in a healthy manner. Our providers guide you to identify and change any poor coping mechanisms you may have to resolve your issues.
If you’re ready to find relief from depression, call Supreme Health & Wellness today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.
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