Depression is one of those things that is both complex and simple. While no one experiences depression in exactly the same way, there are some universal indicators. It is an emotional condition marked by feelings of sadness, loss of pleasure or motivation, and most concerning, hopelessness. It can also impact a person in physical ways. Those symptoms include a decreased appetite, reduced sex drive, fatigue, tension, and insomnia. Situational stress, like starting a new semester, can trigger symptoms associated with depression. Tragically, depression can also lead individuals to consider and even attempt suicide.
Feeling depressed is a human experience. The World Health Organization has predicted that by 2030, depression will be the number one global health concern. It strikes people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Abraham Lincoln struggled with intense bouts of despair. Winston Churchill famously called his lingering sadness his "black dog."
The good news is anyone suffering from depression can get help. Talk therapy has proven to be very effective at treating depression. A mental health professional can help a person gain greater perspective on their life and feelings, as well as develop strategies for moving past these feelings. Sometimes medication (usually used in concert with therapy) can make a big difference in a depressed person's life. Sometimes a massage from a skilled professional can ease physical pain that contributes to the problem. People can and do get better. Fortunately, Salt Lake Community College students have access to low-cost counseling, medical help, and massage therapy from Health and Wellness Services.
[Photo: healthline.com]
Feeling depressed is a human experience. The World Health Organization has predicted that by 2030, depression will be the number one global health concern. It strikes people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Abraham Lincoln struggled with intense bouts of despair. Winston Churchill famously called his lingering sadness his "black dog."
The good news is anyone suffering from depression can get help. Talk therapy has proven to be very effective at treating depression. A mental health professional can help a person gain greater perspective on their life and feelings, as well as develop strategies for moving past these feelings. Sometimes medication (usually used in concert with therapy) can make a big difference in a depressed person's life. Sometimes a massage from a skilled professional can ease physical pain that contributes to the problem. People can and do get better. Fortunately, Salt Lake Community College students have access to low-cost counseling, medical help, and massage therapy from Health and Wellness Services.
[Photo: healthline.com]
No comments:
Post a Comment