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Monday, November 25, 2019

Press Release - Depression: It's Okay to Say You're Not Okay

Depression: It’s Okay to Say You’re Not Okay.

(November 25, 2019 Salisbury, MD)  Depression is a complex illness that affects more than mental and emotional health - it can affect every other aspect of one’s physical, social and professional life. Affecting over 17.3 million Americans, depression can impact anyone and although its symptoms are easily recognizable, many sufferers intentionally hide their symptoms. The holidays also bring additional activities and stresses that can amplify feelings of depression. 

Recognize the Signs
Depression is different for each person. Symptoms generally include:
·         Trouble concentrating, remembering details and making decisions
·         Fatigue
·         Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness
·         Insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or sleeping too much
·         Irritability
·         Restlessness
·         Loss of interest in things that you used to enjoy
·         Overeating or appetite loss
·         Aches, pains, headaches, or cramps that won’t go away
·         Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings
·         Suicidal thoughts or attempts

Getting Help
Most of us feel sad, lonely or depressed at times, but when these feelings become overwhelming, last for long periods of time, or cause physical symptoms it may be time to get help. Depression can be treated and there’s no shame in seeking help.
·         Make an appointment with your doctor or a mental health professional.
·         If you’re reluctant to seek treatment, talk to a friend or loved one, any healthcare professional, a faith leader, or someone else you trust.

Getting Emergency Help
·         If you think you may hurt yourself or attempt suicide, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
o   Other Help Hotlines include:
§  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
§  Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741
§  Veteran’s Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255, press 1
§  Life Crisis Center 410-749-4357

·         If you have a loved one who is in danger of suicide or has made a suicide attempt, make sure someone stays with that person until help arrives.
o    Call 911 or the local emergency number immediately.
o   Listen, but don’t judge, argue, threaten, or yell
o   If you can do so safely, take the person to the nearest emergency room.

For more information about depression or suicide prevention, visit the National Institute of Mental Health at www.nimh.nih.gov, the National Alliance on Mental Illness at www.nami.org, or connect with us on  www.wicomicohealth.org, Facebook, Twitter (@WicomicoHealth), and Instagram.

6 comments:

  1. I feel that when doctors can't diagnose an illness they declare that you are depressed. Maybe so but I feel it is a cop out - Vogue. Sure depression is real but how many people use it as an excuse - especially unqualified doctors who practice in small towns because they can't anywhere else.

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  2. Go ahead call 911, tried that when I was in a bar and a stranger started talking to me about suicide, going home and shooting himself. Because I was in a bar I was ridiculed and ignored, he left and went home, put a .380 slugs in his head! Go ahead and see how serious the police will take you. And I have to live with that not them...

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  3. All BS. Doctor's are quacks. Went to the doctor for a examination. He said my cholesterol levels are a little high. He's going to give me a pill. I said NO. I'LL cut back on my egg intake. Besides. You give a cholesterol pill. That will mess with my blood pressure. Then you have me taking 2 pills now. Then the blood pressure pill will make me take another pill. It goes on and on. All BS.

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  4. @6:49 I had the same mindset but the "pill" you are so afraid of will help stave off problems in the future. Good luck though I'd you think just cutting back on eggs will fix things

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  5. What about Libbies and their derangement syndrome ?

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  6. Anonymous said...
    I feel that when doctors can't diagnose an illness they declare that you are depressed. Maybe so but I feel it is a cop out - Vogue. Sure depression is real but how many people use it as an excuse - especially unqualified doctors who practice in small towns because they can't anywhere else.

    November 26, 2019 at 4:31 AM

    Did you mean vogue or vague?

    Many people use depression as an excuse to get disability because they are too damn lazy to work.

    Everyone has some form of depression at some point in their life. Take me for instance, my kids no longer have anything to do with me because their mother alienated them from me and turned them against me. That really hurts but there is no need in sitting around and moping about it. You better believe it hurts but time to move on! Who the Hell wants to sit around and feel sorry for themselves all the time. Who the Hell wants to hear you whining about your same damn problems all the time. Negativity breeds negativity. Get a life and go to work. If you had a damn job you wouldn't have time to sit around and feel sorry for yourself.

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