Depression Treatment Center Programs
What is depression?
Depression, a psychiatric disorder, may have genetic, environmental, and physiological origins. It is estimated that ten percent of the general population suffers from a depressive disorder at some point in their lives. Depressive disorder affects an individual’s relationships, ability to work, go to school, to maintain daily activities, and good health, and their overall happiness.
Physical symptoms of depression can be
- Lack of energy
- Lack of motivation
- Lack of appetite
- Overwhelming sense of guilt
- Poor concentration
- Feeling hopeless
- Weight change
- Thoughts of death
Patients suffering from depression are twice as likely to be addicted to drugs and alcohol. Some have turned to drugs and alcohol to navigate through their negative emotions; others develop another mental health disorder as a direct result of using drugs and alcohol. Substance abuse can alter the chemical balance in the brain, bringing on mental health disorders that did not exist prior to drug and alcohol use.
As stated above, mental health disorders coupled with substance abuse present compounded symptoms. Therefore, addiction treatment coupled with psychological counseling is needed. To date, dual diagnosis treatment is the most effective way to handle co-occurring disorders.
Treatment for both conditions must happen simultaneously or the successful outcome of drug and alcohol addiction treatment is less likely.
More Information About Lakeview's Treatment Programs:
For more information on depression treatment, or if you have questions about drug and alcohol addiction, call our free 24-hour Addiction Helpline at 1-800-884-1727. Our Admissions Coordinators are ready to help you, a family member, or an employee. You can reach the Helpline by using Live Chat or the Contact Us form as well.
