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a......County Offers No Cost Depression Screenings and Resources
.. Nearly one in 10 U.S. adults have depression. The CDC recently reported. 1 in 4 adults and 1 in 5 children in San Diego County suffer from a mental disorder or difficulty in any given year. Depression is one of the most common. It could happen to everyone. Even to those who are fine, but suddenly find themselves dealing with serious financial and personal situations.
People with illness such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, Parkinson's disease, usually become depressed. They go under the stress of diagnosis, treatment, medications, and they are constant worrying about how the progress of the illness is affecting theirs and their loved one's lives.
.. Depression is a serious medical condition. If left untreated, the effects of depression can be devastating. Depression steals the every joy out of the life. People usually feel tired and not able to deal with their life, sometimes they don't care or feel to do something about, they feel restlessness, and without energy or motivation to perform everyday activities. .. Symptoms may include: feelings of sadness or emptiness, loss of interest in things that once enjoyed, lack of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities, trouble concentrating or making decisions, changes in weight or sleep patterns, feelings of worthlessness, inappropriate guilt, hopeless or suicidal. Depression screening, accurate diagnosis and immediate treatment are crucial to help the person to change the course of his, or her life. .. Many people suffer in silence with depression, and try to hide the symptoms behind a smiling face. Some are ashamed or afraid to seek help; others try to downplay the severity of their symptoms. Sometimes the person might feel that asking for help is a sign of weakness, or be shame to not be able to speak about. Getting help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Asking for help is a sign of courage for the life. It's to make the first step to the right direction. Help will offer a more positive outlook on life. Treatment for depression helps to feel better and improves quality of life.
...Depression screenings should be a routine part of healthcare, similar to routine checkups for heart disease or diabetes. This can provide a quick and easy way to spot the first signs of what could become a mental illness. ...“We have to move beyond the stigma associated with mental illness and make sure people feel comfortable seeking help,” said Supervisor Ron Roberts, District 4, San Diego County Board of Supervisors. ...Many people suffer in silence with depression, and try to hide the symptoms behind a smiling face. Some are ashamed or afraid to seek help; others try to downplay the severity of their symptoms. Sometimes the person might feel that asking for help is a sign of weakness, or be shame to not be able to speak about. Getting help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Asking for help is a sign of courage for the life. It's to make the first step to the right direction. Help will offer a more positive outlook on life. Treatment for depression helps to feel better and improves quality of life! “I encourage County residents who might be suffering in silence to come in and get screened for depression.” said HHSA Director Nick Macchione. “People can come in and get whatever information, being screened, and, if necessary, a referral for additional help.” Screenings may consist of education on depression, completion of a written screening test, a discussion of the results with a mental health professional and, if necessary, a referral for for ongoing help. For a complete listing of screening locations, for a depression screening over the phone (available during Depression Screening Week), or additional mental health services and resources available all-year-around, please call the County’s 24-hour Access and Crisis Line at (800) 724-7240, or visit www.Up2SD.org. You can also call 2-1-1 or visit www.211sandiego.org. |
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