Depression

Untreated depression symptoms can take a toll on your emotional and physical health. At Lifestream Behavioral Health, customized depression treatments are available through telehealth for adults who need support managing persistent sadness, guilt, and hopelessness. Dumo Marcus Opuiyo, NP, and the mental health specialists provide care with a compassionate approach. They offer psychotherapy, medications, and other resources to help you live a healthier, emotionally balanced life. Call the New York, office today to schedule a depression screening or book an appointment online.

What is depression?

Depression is a mental illness that negatively affects how you perceive the world around you, your behaviors, and your ability to make decisions.

Adults of any age and from all walks of life can develop depression. Risk factors for the disorder can include:

• Genetics
• Personality
• Brain chemistry
• Environmental factors
• Family history of depression

Traumatic experiences such as neglect, physical abuse, violence, and financial challenges can also contribute to depression.

Lifestream Behavioral Health provides diagnostic screenings in-office for adults with depression symptoms. The experienced mental health specialists offer treatments to relieve your symptoms and strategies to improve your overall quality of life.

When should I schedule a depression screening?

Schedule a depression screening at Lifestream Behavioral Health if you have symptoms of depression that last six months or longer. These symptoms can include:

• Sadness
• Loneliness
• Hopelessness
• Worthlessness
• Low energy
• Guilt or shame
• Self-isolation
• Loss of interest in activities
• Difficulties concentrating
• Sleeping too much or too little

If you’re thinking about harming yourself or are considering suicide, call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or visit the nearest hospital emergency room.

The Lifestream Behavioral Health providers evaluate the type of symptoms you have and their severity during your telehealth visit. They design a treatment plan to boost your mood, enhance your energy, and restore your vitality.

How is depression treated?

Lifestream Behavioral Health provides several treatments to manage depression and prevent it from worsening.

Your provider may recommend treatments like:

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a form of talk therapy that helps you identify negative thoughts and behaviors that depression causes. Psychotherapy also gives you resources you can use to manage the side effects of depression so you can live a more fulfilling life.

Mindfulness techniques

Mindfulness techniques like meditation can reduce stress and negative emotions that contribute to anxiety. Yoga and other gentle exercises can also support your mental and emotional health.

Medications

Antidepressants and other medications are available to relieve moderate to severe anxiety symptoms. Medications rebalance your brain chemistry so you can find lasting symptom relief.

Routine checkups allow the providers to monitor your progress with treatment and ensure you have the support you need to overcome depression.

Call Lifestream Behavioral Health today to schedule a telehealth depression screening or book an appointment online.