Dr. Walter Griffith Explains Depression Symptoms
Depressive Symptoms
Depression is a dark picture to paint. According to the standard diagnosis guide (DSM-V) published by the American Psychiatric Association, depression is diagnosed when at least five of the following symptoms are present for at least two weeks:
Pervasive Sadness
Loss of Joy
Low Energy
Poor Concentration
Low Motivation
Sleep & Appetite Disruption
Isolation
Hopelessness
Negativity
Suicidal Thoughts
Depressive Symptoms…
greatly impair functional areas of your life at home, at work, and in social activities. For example:
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At Home
You may stop cleaning and picking up. You may stop showering and maintaining personal hygiene.
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At Work
You may be taking more sick days and staying in bed. OR when you go to work, you make more mistakes and get less done.
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Socially
You may stop going out, act more irritable toward others, and isolate at home.
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Hobbies
You may lose all desire to do hobbies and fun things. Depression can take over and ruin your life.
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Andy Cowsky
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Katherine F.
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FAQ’s
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Research has shown that when antidepressants are ineffective, TMS is the better option. Over 80% of patients benefit from TMS therapy! None of our patients get worse.. what do you have to lose?
No! They are completely different treatments. Unlike ECT, TMS is a non-invasive treatment. One common side effect of ECT is memory loss. TMS can actually help improve your memory as your depressive symptoms go away.
No! TMS can help alleviate more than just your depressive symptoms 🙂 Our TMS patients typically battle multiple diagnoses: Anxiety, Insomnia, Depression, PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injuries, OCD & more. With customized treatments, TMS can help!
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