Lately, you’ve been feeling blue, unmotivated, tired, and sad. It’s like you just feel “meh” lately. Because you feel so down, you don’t want to see or talk to people, you no longer participate in activities you used to enjoy, and your personal and professional lives are suffering.
If this sounds familiar, then you may be experiencing depression in Tampa FL, and Brandon FL. Keep reading to learn more.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION
Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
Feelings of hopelessness, or pessimism
Irritability
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities
Decreased energy or fatigue
Moving or talking more slowly
Feeling restless or having trouble sitting still
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Difficulty sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
Appetite and/or weight changes
Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems without a clear physical cause and/or that do not ease even with treatment
If you’ve been experiencing these feelings for two weeks or more, then you may be suffering from depression, Affordable Counseling Center in Tampa FL, and Brandon FL can help.
PEOPLE EXPERIENCE DEPRESSION DIFFERENTLY. HOWEVER DEPRESSION DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE; IT CAN AFFECT ANYONE OF ANY AGE, GENDER, OR STATUS.
MYTH’S ABOUT DEPRESSION
There are many myths about Depression, such as:
It’s all in your head
People with mental illness are weak and vulnerable
A tragic event is the main reason for depression
People with depression can not lead normal lives
However, these sentiments are simply not true. Depression in Tampa FL, and Brandon FL, is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain and it’s common. In fact, research shows that depression affects 1 in 3 American adults.
You may wonder: Why do I feel this way? Everything in my life is great! Therefore, I’m not normal since I feel so depressed.
Or…
My life is falling apart, how do I get out of the hole? Maybe there is no way out. Maybe I’m all alone in this.
Or…
I feel so disconnected from my life. Nothing I do helps me feel better, so why should I even try to change?
But here’s the good news, you are resilient and strong. Depression counseling at Affordable Counseling Center in Tampa FL, and Brandon FL, can help you find relief.
Affordablecounselingbrandon.com
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813-244-1251
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