A major depressive disorder (or “depression”) is diagnosed when five or more of the following symptoms of depression are present for most of the day, nearly every day for at least 2 weeks. At least one of the symptoms must be either persistent sad or “empty” feelings or loss of interest in activities.

• Constant Sadness, Irritability & Hopelessness
• Having Trouble Sleeping, Low Energy/Fatigue
• Feeling Worthless or Guilty for No Reason
• Significant Weight Change
• Difficulty Concentrating & Loss of Interest in Favorite Activities
• Panic Attacks, Acting Aggressive, Being Angry or Violent
• Thoughts About Suicide or Dying

Possibly others too have noticed you have lost energy levels, your smile, and your positive outlook on life. You know you want to continue living fully and feeling better about yourself physically as well as emotionally but somehow you can’t shake it off!

Do You Ask Yourself???

“Am I thinking of getting some kind of help? Does this mean I am weak? Why Can’t I Beat This?”

It takes a lot of courage to realize you might need help outside yourself. Yet, you are here because you are tired of your symptoms lasting as long as they have, and they haven’t gone away and you realize you cannot do this might be more serious than I thought.