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Depression Counseling in Ohio
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders — and one that we help our patients successfully manage each and every day. KAV Mental Health & Psychiatry has caring, licensed mental health professionals who are experienced in helping people with depression, which you can learn more about below.
What Is Depression?
Everyone feels sad from time to time, but depression is more than just “feeling the blues.” It’s an intense, persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in life. It affects how you feel, think, and act, and can make normal activities seem difficult or impossible.
Depression isn’t just “being lazy,” and those suffering from it can’t simply “snap out of it,” because it’s a deep-seated medical condition. It often requires consistent, long-term treatment, usually with medication, therapy, or a combination of the two.
Types of Depression
There are different types of depression, and each person is affected differently. Some of the most common variants of depression include:
Major depressive disorder (MDD)
Persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia)
Seasonal affective disorder
Postpartum depression
Psychotic depression
Bipolar disorder
No two people experience depression in the same way. Symptoms typically persist throughout the day, for nearly every day, and may include:
- Feelings of sadness, emptiness, or loneliness
- Outbursts of anger, irritability, or frustration, even over small matters
- Lack of interest or pleasure in normal activities, including hobbies and sex
- Tiredness and a lack of energy that makes even small tasks seem too difficult
- Unhealthy sleep habits, including insomnia or sleeping too much
- Diet changes, including an increased or reduced appetite
- Anxiety or restlessness
- Slowed or muddled thinking, speaking, or movement
- Trouble thinking, making decisions, and remembering things
- Feelings of blame, worthlessness, or guilt
- Suicidal ideation
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, and though we aren’t sure exactly how or why people develop depression, research suggests a combination of factors including biological, genetic, environmental, and psychological.
There are circumstances that seem more likely to lead to depression, or even increase its severity, including:
- A family history of depression.
- Major life trauma, stress, or changes.
- Certain physical illnesses or medications.
Signs & Symptoms of Depression
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- Feelings of sadness, emptiness, or loneliness
- Outbursts of anger, irritability, or frustration, even over small matters
- Lack of interest or pleasure in normal activities, including hobbies and sex
- Tiredness and a lack of energy that makes even small tasks seem too difficult
- Unhealthy sleep habits, including insomnia or sleeping too much
- Diet changes, including an increased or reduced appetite
- Anxiety or restlessness
- Slowed or muddled thinking, speaking, or movement
- Trouble thinking, making decisions, and remembering things
- Feelings of blame, worthlessness, or guilt
- Suicidal ideation
Causes & Risk Factors of Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, and though we aren’t sure exactly how or why people develop depression, research suggests a combination of factors including biological, genetic, environmental, and psychological.
There are circumstances that seem more likely to lead to depression, or even increase its severity, including:
- A family history of depression.
- Major life trauma, stress, or changes.
- Certain physical illnesses or medications.
Long-Term Effects of Depression
Depression can have a devastating effect on all aspects of your life. People with depression may find it impossible to complete even simple daily tasks required for living, such as personal hygiene or good nutrition. It can cause problems by keeping you from social interactions or fulfilling responsibilities such as work. If left untreated, depression can also worsen and cause people suffering with it to think intensely negative thoughts about themselves, and in some cases leads to self-harm or even suicide.
Depression Counseling & Treatment with KAV Mental Health & Psychiatry
KAV Mental Health & Psychiatry’s team of certified depression doctors and licensed counselors create an individualized treatment plan for each patient that accounts for their unique needs. Our mental health experts combine psychiatric medication with counseling, therapy, and our convenient telehealth option to find the best treatment for everyone’s case and lifestyle.
We provide a safe, supportive environment for patients to work with our staff, connect with others with similar experiences, address the underlying causes of their depression, and find meaningful ways to cope with its symptoms and live happier, more productive lives. Patients will never feel rushed or hurried with us, because our team works with them at their own pace to develop healthy mechanisms for dealing with their depression. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you or someone you love find lasting relief from depression.