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8 Signs Of Depression From The Center For Counseling Health Resources Inc.

We all have down days when our world seems less than ideal. From a bad day at work to a fight with a family member or friend, any number of circumstances can trigger emotions that leave us feeling unhappy. As noted by The Center for Counseling Health Resources Inc., it is when these feelings persist over an extended period of time that there should be cause for concern that it could be clinical depression.

Since 1984, Dr. Gregg Jantz has offered a state-of-the-art depression treatment program at The Center for Counseling Health Resources Inc. where depression symptoms are identified and the underlying causes are addressed. In the time that he has implemented his “whole-person” approach to depression therapy, Dr. Jantz has discovered 8 signs of clinical depression:

  1. Significant change in appetite resulting in either marked weight loss or weight gain. Of course, The Center for Counseling Health Resources Inc. reminds us of the importance of taking into consideration any habitual changes to which weight fluctuations could be attributed, such as dieting or eating a different variety of food.
  2. Recurring disturbances in sleep patterns resulting in difficulty falling and staying asleep, or sleeping too much. The Center for Counseling Health Resources Inc. reminds us to consider any changes that may be responsible for changing sleep patterns, such as new hours at work or a new baby in the house.
  3. Increased agitation or inability to relax. This is not in reference to any particular circumstance you can pinpoint as a trigger, but a general feeling of stress or anxiety experienced over an extended period of time.
  4. Fatigue, lethargy or loss of energy for an extended period of time. Again, The Center for Counseling Health Resources Inc. reminds us to consider any changes that may be responsible for feeling weak and tired, like an illness or putting in overtime hours at work.
  5. Sadness, despondency, despair, loneliness or feelings of worthlessness for an extended period of time. From divorce to the death of a loved one, any number of things could be responsible for a general feeling of unhappiness which could be a sign of depression.
  6. Inability to concentrate, focus or make decisions, recurring over an extended period of time. Though this may seem an unusual indicator of depression, it is one that The Center for Counseling Health Resources has seen time and time again in those given a depression diagnosis.
  7. Recurring thoughts of death or suicide. Certainly we all have times throughout our lives when death is on our minds. However, persistent thoughts of death or suicide throughout your daily life is almost a sure sign of depression.
  8. Plans for a suicide or an attempt at suicide. If you or someone you know is planning a suicide attempt (or has already attempted) seeking immediate professional help is imperative.

If you or someone you know is exhibiting these 8 signs of depression, or other depression symptoms, contact The Center for Health Resources Inc. for a free consultation. Through its whole-person approach to depression treatment – addressing physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual needs – The Center for Health Resources Inc.’s depression therapy program can provide the help and hope necessary to feel happy and whole again.

Dr. Gregory L. Jantz, Ph.D., founder of The Center for Counseling and Health Resources Inc., hopes you've enjoyed the preceding article. It is our hope that its inclusion on A Place of Hope's website provided you with a fresh perspective and new insight into the subject of counseling. In the future, we'll continue to include pieces that shed new light on great ways to improve the way you feel. Is it time you made some positive life changes? Perhaps it is, but you're unsure of how to go about this. If so, remember that this process can be soothing, inspirational, and affordable. The smallest changes can make a world of difference if you know how to go about making them. Continue to look here as we promise to point you in the direction of hope, help, and healing. And while you're here, take a look around our website and learn about the number of ways Dr. Jantz and A Place of Hope can aid in your positive life enhancements and counseling needs. Thanks for checking in, and be sure to visit us regularly for more great articles full of information regarding psychological issues and counseling services.

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