Anxiety and Depression
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Do you sometimes worry so much that it interferes with your everyday activities? Or feel so blue that it completely clouds your outlook? Do you often experience these or similar feelings together? You’re not the only one.
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders which include generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder are the most common mental health problems. Mood disorders which include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and seasonal affective disorders are the leading cause of disability.
Moreover, the incidence of developing depression in addition to an anxiety disorder or vice versa is high.
Many people with major depression also suffer from severe and persistent anxiety. Some experts estimate that 60 percent of people with anxiety will also have symptoms of depression, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).
Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression
According to the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V), the standard classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States, anxiety and depression can share several common symptoms, including, but not limited to:
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Being easily fatigued
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Difficulty concentrating or mind going blank
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Irritability
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Sleep disturbance (difficulty falling asleep, restless, unsatisfying sleep)
Other signs that a person may suffer from both anxiety disorder and depression include:
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Constant, irrational fear and worry
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Physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, headaches, hot flashes, sweating, abdominal pain, and/or difficulty breathing
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Changes in eating, either too much or too little
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Persistent feelings of sadness or worthlessness
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Loss of interest in hobbies and activities
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Inability to relax
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Panic attacks
Can Anxiety and Depression Be Treated Together?
Yes. No one has to suffer from anxiety disorder or depression, and certainly not both. If you are suffering from these symptoms, give us a chance to help you. If you suspect you have both anxiety and depression, Connolly recommends getting a thorough evaluation from a psychiatrist as a first step. "It's really crucial for people with both anxiety and depression to have a good assessment to rule out bipolar disorder," she says.
Effective treatment strategies typically involve a combination of talk therapy (psychotherapy), medication, and certain lifestyle changes, according to research published December 2015 in the World Journal of Psychiatry. These may include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on teaching people to challenge their negative thoughts to use coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. CBT is not only an established treatment for anxiety and depression, it is also the best studied psychotherapy for treating pain, per Harvard Health.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on teaching people to challenge their negative thoughts to use coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. CBT is not only an established treatment for anxiety and depression, it is also the best studied psychotherapy for treating pain, per Harvard Health
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on teaching people to challenge their negative thoughts to use coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. CBT is not only an established treatment for anxiety and depression, it is also the best studied psychotherapy for treating pain, per Harvard Health.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on teaching people to challenge their negative thoughts to use coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. CBT is not only an established treatment for anxiety and depression, it is also the best studied psychotherapy for treating pain, per Harvard Health.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on teaching people to challenge their negative thoughts to use coping skills and relaxation techniques to reduce stress. CBT is not only an established treatment for anxiety and depression, it is also the best studied psychotherapy for treating pain, per Harvard Health.
