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The symptoms of depression aren’t always obvious. Often, people struggle to identify the collection of symptoms that indicate diagnosable depressive disorders. Learning the signs of this mood disorder can help sufferers and their loved ones seek the treatment they deserve.
Experts believe almost 20% of Americans have a depressive disorder. The percentage is lower in Florida at nearly 15%, but that is still an alarming number of people struggling to get through their day-to-day lives.
People with depression report hopelessness, fatigue, and a loss of interest in their home and work lives. It is also one of the key risk factors for suicide. It is estimated that depressive disorders in the United States cost more than $200 billion per year in medical costs, lost productivity, and the loss of life due to suicide.
These percentages are likely higher due to the number of people who are never diagnosed. There is still stigma attached to mental illnesses that makes people avoid seeking professional help. Others simply may not recognize that they have the symptoms of depression.
There is a misguided view that depression and other mood disorders are easy to spot—that someone with this condition is always lying in bed or displaying unmistakable sadness. While there are some obvious cases, most people have symptoms of depression that might go unnoticed, such as:
While they may vary in severity, the symptoms of depression never go away entirely without treatment from an experienced professional. People should work to recognize these signs in themselves and their loved ones. They should seek professional help when these issues start to interfere with their daily lives or lead to thoughts of harming themselves or others.
There is a vicious circle when it comes to mental health problems such as depression and substance use disorders. Some substances, like alcohol, can induce low mood. Other substances are part of a pattern of addictive behaviors that make mental health issues worse.
The connection between substance use and mental illness is so strong that experts have coined the term “dual diagnosis” for patients with both. The most common dual diagnosis with substance use disorder is major depression.
If you or a loved one shows symptoms of depression, contact Beach House. Our experienced professionals are ready to provide you with an accurate assessment and a customized treatment plan. We offer treatment services such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed therapy to help treat your depression or dual diagnoses.
Whether you’re researching for yourself or a loved one, Beach House can help. We understand that this is a serious time in your life and that the treatment center you choose matters. We want you to feel comfortable and empowered to make the right decision for yourself, a friend, or a family member. This is why a counselor is waiting and available to answer your questions and help put your mind at ease regarding the next steps. Many of the staff at Beach House have walked in your shoes. If you feel you’re ready or want more information about how to help a loved one, we can help today. You can also learn why we are voted the #1 rehab for addiction treatment in Florida.
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