Depression

Depression Medication Management

Overcoming Depression through Medication Management

The right approach to medication may be crucial in treating your depression

Depression, Impacts, & Treatment

Depression

Depression is something that a lot of people deal with… even people you know, though they might not talk about it.

As you know, it’s not just about feeling sad; it’s deeper than that.
It can mess with how you think, feel, and show up to the world.

About 1 in 6 adults will experience depression at some point in their lives, and it tends to affect women more than men.

Common symptoms include feeling down or empty all the time, not caring about stuff you used to love, changes in how much or how little you eat, disturbed sleeping patterns, and difficulty focusing.

The good news is that Depression isn’t forever, and it’s very treatable.
Whether mild, moderate, or severe, there are options.

Making it through the day

Depression often gets in the way of daily life, making even simple activities feel overwhelming. In addition to affecting mood, depression can have physical effects, such as changes in sleep, appetite, or energy levels.

For the person with depression, life may feel like a constant struggle. They may lose interest in things that once brought them joy, experience difficulty concentrating, or feel disconnected from others.

This emotional burden can make it challenging to maintain relationships, pursue goals, or feel a sense of purpose. On top of that, the physical symptoms—like fatigue, unexplained aches, or changes in sleep patterns… it can be further isolating.

Impacts to relationships

For those close to a person with depression, watching them struggle can be emotionally draining. Feelings of worry, frustration, or helplessness are common, understandable and relationship impacting.

Friends and family might not always know how to provide support, which can strain relationships. Caregivers, especially, may feel overwhelmed as they balance their own needs with their desire to help.

The ripple effects of depression often extends beyond the individual, influencing the overall emotional atmosphere of a household or social group.

Treatment

Despite the challenges, depression is very treatable.
Unfortunately only about half of those who suffer from depression receive treatment.

Options include talk therapy with a trained therapist to understand and manage depressive feelings – this is often a critical part of the healing process.

Medication is often an important option – prescribed antidepressants can help regulate mood by addressing chemical imbalances in the brain.

Often talk therapy in conjunction with medication management is a potent solution for taking control of depression symptoms.

Treatment empowers you to rediscover the person you’ve always been

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other conditions we diagnose & treat

Anxiety – Persistent, overwhelming worry

Excessive worry or fear
Restlessness or feeling on edge, difficulty relaxing
Fatigue or feeling easily tired despite adequate sleep
Difficulty concentrating or remaining focused

Bipolar Disorder – Mood swings, irritable, impulsive

Manic episodes of high energy, grandiosity, risky behaviors
Hypomanic episodes of less severe mania & elevated activity
Depressive episodes characterized by sadness & apathy
Mixed episodes include both mania and depression

ADHD – Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity

Difficulty staying focused or on-tasks
Hyperactivity includes constant movement, fidgeting
Impulsively or hastily acting without thinking
Difficulty with detail resulting in careless mistakes

Trauma – Nightmares, hypervigilance, flashbacks

Intrusive, distressing flashbacks of the traumatic event
Avoid people & situations that remind you of the trauma
Persistent negative emotions, feeling detached from others
Easily startled, feeling on edge, or difficulty sleeping

Thought Disorders – Disorganized, paranoid, delusional

Disorganized thinking, incoherent speech.
Loose associations by jumping between unrelated topics.
Tangentiality through inclusion of irrelevant information.
Incoherence (word salad), illogical word combinations

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) – Checking, counting, germaphobic

Compulsive repetitive behaviors or rituals
Repeatedly intrusive disturbing or unwanted thoughts
Obsessive, recurrent urges or anxiety causing mental images
Avoid situations that trigger obsessions or compulsions

Panic Disorder – Intense, sudden fear

Panic attacks episodes of intense fear & discomfort
Symptoms include palpitations, sweating, trembling
Fear of future attacks creates worry of more attacks
Avoids places where previous attacks occurred

The stuff of life

Stress Management
Life Transitions
Relationship issues

What patients say about us…

My teen son has started seeing Sunami for several months. It’s been great to see and hear his trust in her grow. We are building a toolset that my son can practice and use. It takes a village; happy and relieved to have found Sunami for my son’s mental health journey.

Highly recommend! Virtual appointments are very easy and scheduling is always flexible. Highly knowledgeable and trustworthy. Medication refills are sent in timely.

This practice has been so helpful for my whole family. They have been so flexible with appointments and are always responsive. Our NP is very knowledgable and caring. Highly recommend!

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We are a team of psychiatric nurse practitioners united by a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of those facing mental health challenges.