Clinical Depression

What does the term Clinical Depression mean?

Everyone will experience feelings of depression throughout their life. But some of these feelings persist and develop into a serious mood disorder (Often referred to as clinical depression).

Do I have depression?

If you have depression, you are likely to experience at least 5 of the following symptoms;

Depressed mood most of the day, every day, indicated by your subjective report or by the report of others. This mood might be characterized by sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness.
Diminished interest in all or almost all activities most of the day every day.
Significant weight loss when not dieting or weight gain.
Inability to sleep or oversleeping.
Psychomotor agitation or retardation.
Fatigue or loss of energy every day
Feelings of worthlessness (which may be delusional) every day.
Diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness.
Recurrent thoughts of death (not just fear of dying), recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan for committing suicide.

What are the risk factors of depression?

The following are some of the things that can raise the risk of depression:

Medical conditions.

You are likely to experience depression if you have a sleeping disorder or chronic condition.

Family history.

You are more likely to experience the signs of depression if other members of your family suffer from depression.

Nutrition.

A poor diet can contribute to depression as well. You are at a higher risk of developing depression if your diet is low in Omega-3 fatty acids, or you consume diets with high sugar levels.

Drug abuse.

A history of alcohol or misuse of drugs can keep you at a higher risk of depression.

Counselling and therapy at Oakville Wellness Centre in Winnipeg can help you.

Our counsellors are trained to keep the information confidential, to be neutral, and have skills to help you learn who you are.
If you have depression, counselling at Oakville Wellness Center in Winnipeg can help you feel relaxed and calm.
Therapy at Oakville wellness Center in Winnipeg can help you feel peaceful.

Therapists at Oakville Wellness Centre in Winnipeg

Our depression therapists are experts who are fully trained, qualified, and registered counsellors.
Their approach with clients is full of empathy. They provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to walk you through life’s issues.
If given time, a particular episode of clinical depression may go away on its own. However, there are critical reasons why you should get professional help.
Could you be suffering from depression? Reach out today to our compassionate and caring Therapists in Winnipeg