Anxiety & Depression

Fear, loneliness, and sadness are normal reactions to life’s stressors. For example, one may feel sad while going through a divorce or be scared after getting retrenched. In most cases, the situation of these individuals will improve, and they will start to feel better. For some individuals, however, their anxiety problems and depression may be diagnosed as a psychiatric disorder. They may feel low in a more severe or persistent manner. When treating patients with depression or anxiety disorders, it is important to consider their thoughts, situations, habits, emotions, and biology.

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION?

Anxiety and depression are medical conditions that can cause a wide variety of negative feelings to linger and become part of the patient's daily life for a prolonged period of time. In addition, these effects can affect one's ability to function.

Some of the common signs of anxiety and depression include:

Anxiety

  • Dizziness
  • Tensed muscles
  • Nausea
  • Dry mouth
  • Heart palpitations
  • Shortness of breath
  • Tingling, numb, sweaty, or cold extremities
  • Cannot stay calm
  • Having trouble with sleeping
  • Uneasiness, fear, and random panic attacks

Depression

  • Lack of focus
  • Self-loathing
  • Irritability and unexpected outbursts
  • Drastic weight changes
  • Loss of appetite
  • Feelings of hopelessness and/or helplessness
  • Lost interest in daily activities
  • Sleep changes
  • Loss of energy
  • Reckless behavior
  • Unexplained aches and pains

Want to keep your situation private for the time being? One can consider taking an online test in the privacy of his or her own home. For example, one can take the Web-Based Depression & Anxiety Test and email the results to his or her healthcare provider for professional assistance. It is important to note that these reports are extremely helpful for mental health therapists and you can take the test on behalf of a loved one as well.

HOW TO TREAT ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION

Individual or group therapyAnxiety and depression can be treated by licensed mental health professionals through individual sessions and group therapy sessions. Both types of therapy are beneficial, and in some cases, a therapist recommends that a client attends each type of session to achieve his or her treatment goals more effectively.
Breathing exercisesYou can find many relaxation techniques online or get a therapist to recommend specific ones. Mind & Body Christian Group teaches Progressive Relaxation Muscle Techniques on our website and we highly recommend that you try this out.
Regular exerciseResearch shows that exercising regularly is a great way to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Heading outdoors and staying active can help raise endorphin levels in one's body and increase joy and happiness.

ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION TREATMENTS ARE WITHIN REACH!

The longer one's stays depressed or anxious, the harder it is to remember life without these medical conditions. This makes it difficult to pull yourself out of negative situations and move on. Working on anxiety and depression requires a significant amount of effort and that's why it is important to consult with a professional. At Mind & Body Christian Group, our team is always ready to help individuals overcome anxiety and depression. Do not hesitate to contact us today!