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Depression isn’t just feeling down or having a bad day, it’s a common and serious mood disorder characterized by feelings of sadness, loss, grief or anger. A person’s way of thinking and their emotional well-being, as well as how they behave, can all be impacted.
Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, with about 16 million Americans affected each year. It can take a toll on a person’s daily activities, including sleeping, eating or working. Aside from interfering with one’s daily routine, depression can lead to self-harm and suicidal ideation if left untreated.
Although depression is treatable, it can be a tormenting experience. For many, symptoms like feelings ofhopelessness, angry outbursts and a loss of interest, usually are severe enough to cause noticeable problems in day-to-day activities associated with work, school, social activities and/or relationships. But some may feel generally miserable or unhappy without really knowing why.
While the exact cause of depression is unknown, it can stem from a combination of genetic, biological, environmental and psychological factors, according to the CDC, with one in six adults suffering from depression at some point in their life.
“Depression is different from regular mood changes and feelings about everyday life,” says Kevin Trussell, MSN, RN, Director of Nursing, South Texas Health System Behavioral. “While it can happen to anyone, research shows that it tends to be more common in women. Additionally, people who’ve lived through abuse, severe loss or other stressful events are also more likely to develop depression.”
To help South Texas residents better understand the effects of depression on overall health, South Texas Health System is dedicating its latest ‘Let’s Talk Your Health’ webinar to the topic. Streaming live on Tuesday, December 17, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., via South Texas Health System’s Facebook page, the online seminar will feature a local mental healthcare professional discussing the various causes and symptoms of depression, how it is diagnosed and the treatment options available to combat the condition.
For more information on the webinar, visit the STHS Facebook Events page. To watch previous Let’s Talk Your Health Seminars, visit STHSLetsTalk.com.
| Who: | South Texas Health System |
| What: | FREE virtual seminar entitled “Let’s Talk Depression” |
| When: | Tuesday, December 17, 2024, from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. |
| Where: | Online via STHS’ Facebook page |
