Depression

Depression is a mood disorder. Depression is an emotional, mental, and physical state described as feeling depressed most days with a variety of other harmful symptoms. It may cause a significant decrease in the quality of life. The symptoms listed below indicate a need for treatment. 

Some symptoms of depression include:

• Difficulty concentrating and focusing
• Depressed or low moods
• Lack of interest and/or pleasure in activities
• Lack of motivation
• Changes in weight and appetite
• Sleep disturbance
• Fatigue
• Tearful or crying episodes
• Feelings of worthlessness, helplessness, and hopelessness

Theories of the cause of depression vary, they include the following or a combination of the following:

• Stressful Life events
• Trauma
• Perceptions and thought processing
• Substance use and alcohol use
• Medical conditions 
• Genetic predisposition
• Environmental factors
• Neurological changes
• Biological changes

Many people develop depression during or after life events, such as:

• Death of a loved one
• Marriage or relationship issues
• Job loss
• Serious illness
• Chronic pain
• Severe injuries
• Surviving trauma
• Physical, sexual, verbal, mental emotional abuse and neglect
• A financial crisis
• Relocating far from home
• Life transitions
• Chronic stress, anxiety, and dealing with other mental and medical conditions

At River Oaks Psych we can help you manage depression. We offer treatment and support including medication and light talk therapy, in person visits, and online telehealth visits, to help you heal, recover, and get your life back on track.