Anyone can feel sad or be worried, but when it impacts one’s life, it needs to be addressed. Depression and anxiety are the most common behavioral health issues and occur in up to 25% of the general population. Seeking help often results in the patient working closely with a therapist to address the root of the issues. Medication is occasionally used, but at Alium, it is not the first choice.
Symptoms of depression and anxiety include:
Feeling sad and hopeless
Loss of self-esteem
Lack of motivation
Constant worry or nervousness
Irritability
Low energy and fatigue
Trouble concentrating
Women who are pregnant or have recently had children, often suffer from depression. In fact, 1 in 5 women will suffer from perinatal (PD) or postpartum depression (PPD).
Symptoms of perinatal or postpartum depression:
Frequent crying
Thoughts of self-harm
Difficulty bonding with the baby
Shame and loss of self-esteem
Excessive anger or frustration
Troubles eating or sleeping
Sadness that does not go away
Life is filled with so many things that stress us out. When those things become too big to handle on your own, it is a good idea to turn to professional help. Alium’s team of providers are here to help make life livable.
Addressable issues include:
Eating disorders
Post Traumatic Stress Syndrom (PTSD)
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Emotional co-dependency
LGBQT+ issues
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
Personality disorders