What is Depression?
Over 300 million people are affected annually by depression, making it one of the most common mental health conditions in the world.
At Rune Vitality, we are committed to providing comprehensive mental health services to those who struggle with depression.
Depression is a mental health condition that can affect the entire body, including the brain.
It can negatively alter the way you think, behave, and feel. It may be defined as persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and unrest that last longer than a few weeks.
Understanding the Causes of Depression
There are so many causes of depression, which is why it is important to work with a licensed professional when seeking treatment.
In many cases, depression can stem from a disconnection of values, relationships, or other aspects of life.
In other cases, it may be due to the lack of certain neurotransmitters within the brain that are responsible for feelings of joy, motivation, and affection.
Symptoms of Depression
Anyone can feel sad or even depressed at times.
However, depression is a more intense feeling compared to the normal feelings of sadness.
Depression is a mental illness that has a wide range of symptoms which can make it difficult to manage and maintain a good quality of life.
They can impact a person’s ability to function, maintain relationships, keep commitments, or complete tasks.
Symptoms vary from person to person and appear during the night and day. Common symptoms or signs of depression includes the following.
Emotional and Mental
- A feeling of ongoing sadness, anxiety, or “emptiness”
- Feeling inadequate
- Inability to make decisions
- Loss of interest
- Low self-esteem
- Difficulty concentrating
- Thoughts of suicide or death
Physical
- Aches or body pain such as migraines, cramps, or digestive problems
- Changes in appetite
- Decreased energy
- Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
Treatment
Often depression cannot be managed or treated alone. If you or a loved one has begun to show signs or symptoms of depression, seek help.
How We Treat Depression
Fortunately, depression can be treated, and you can find relief from symptoms and improve your quality of life.
At Rune Vitality, we offer infusion therapy and will work with you and your mental health provider to customize a treatment plan that fits your needs and lifestyle
Treatment can vary from therapy, lifestyle changes, stress management, prescription medication such as antidepressants, acupuncture, and other forms of therapies such as electrotherapy or transcranial magnetic stimulation.
One unique treatment option for depression we offer is ketamine infusion therapy.
