[vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” text_color=”custom” custom_text_color=”#000000″ text_align=”center” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” parallax_bg=”true” parallax_bg_speed=”fixed” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_text_separator title=”Depression” color=”custom” style=”double” accent_color=”#008080″ el_class=”hdd”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeInLeftBig”]
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”2%” constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”2%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”center” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column_text]Depression is a relatively common occurrence in our society. Approximately 1 in 20 people will experience depression this year, and 45% of Australians will experience depression in their lifetime. Clinical depression is more than a low mood or sadness. There are a number of signs which may suggest the presence of depression.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/6″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f2f2f2″ scene_position=”center” top_padding=”5%” constrain_group_1=”yes” bottom_padding=”5%” text_color=”custom” custom_text_color=”#000000″ text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_text_separator title=”Symptoms” i_icon_fontawesome=”fa fa-podcast” i_color=”turquoise” i_size=”lg” title_align=”separator_align_left” add_icon=”true” el_class=”hd”][vc_column_text]Symptoms may include:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Feeling sad for most of the day, almost every day
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Loss of interest in usual activities such as going out with friends, hobbies, work, school
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Feeling lonely
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Feeling a sense of hopelessness
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Increased irritability
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Disrupted sleep (difficulty falling asleep, oversleeping, night waking)
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Increased use of alcohol/drugs
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Reduced interest in sex
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Reduced concentration and memory
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Feeling tired most of the time
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Appetite and/or weight changes
[icon color=”accent-color” size=”tiny” icon_size=”” image=”fa-forward”] Nausea and muscle pains
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Next Steps
There are a number of different treatments which are available. Psychologists are trained and qualified health professionals who can provide evidence-based therapy which are effective in the reduction of symptoms.
If you think you might be suffering from depression and would like support to improve your life, you can contact us at Your Psych Centre via phone, email or drop in to our office to arrange to meet with one of our trained psychologists for a confidential discussion.
No referral is needed to make an appointment. However, you can arrange for an appointment with your GP to discuss your mental health and the support available. If you are eligible for a Mental Health Care Plan, your GP can provide this to you to bring along to your session which will allow you to access a rebate through Medicare.[/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=”medium” button_style=”see-through-2″ color_override=”#000000″ hover_text_color_override=”#ffffff” icon_family=”none” text=”BOOK AN APPOINTMENT” url=”https://www.yourpsychcentre.com.au/contact-us/”][/vc_column][/vc_row]