If you’re wondering how to overcome depression, the good news is that most women who get it can get better.
Every year, more women than men receive a diagnosis of depression. Why? See this doctor-reviewed article on Lifescript.com, a leading women’s health resource online, to find out. Discover 7 reasons why women get depression; culprits include illness, stress, genes, hormones and more. Learn from top physicians where to get the help you need and find natural remedies to treat depression symptoms. Plus, take a quiz to find out now whether you’re really depressed.
Get a preview of what’s inside the full, 9-page article:
Signs and Symptoms of Depression
- Ongoing anxious, sad feelings
- Feeling hopeless or pessimistic
- Feeling irritable
- Feeling helpless, worthless or guilty
- Losing interest in hobbies
- Fatigue
- Trouble with concentration
- Insomnia
- Overeating or no appetite
- Suicidal thoughts or attempts
- Ongoing aches, cramps and/or digestive problems
Where to Get Help
- Mental health facilities where psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers or mental health counselors can help
- HMOs, or health maintenance organizations
- Mental health clinics and community hospitals
- Outpatient clinics or psychiatry departments
- Departments at universities or medical schools specializing in mental health
- Outpatient clinics at state hospitals
- Social services agencies, family service agencies or clergy
- Support groups
- Private practices or clinics
- Employer-offered assistance programs
- Local societies focused on medical issues or psychiatric issues
Why Women Get Depressed
#1. Genetics
#2. Chemicals and hormones
#3. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
#4. Postpartum depression
#5. Menopause
#6. Stress
#7. Other medical illnesses
Get an in-depth look at each of the above depression causes, plus more depression articles at Lifescript.com
The information contained in this article is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor is it ever intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice or professional recommendations, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician(s) or other qualified healthcare provider(s).
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