ELAINE M. TRIPI, Ph.D.

141 Newberry Lane, Howell, MI 48843
Phone: (517) 540-1798    Fax: (517) 552-1332
E-Mail: drtripi@voyager.net

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Depression (Mood Disorders)

Depression refers to a sustained emotion that colors the way a person views life. It is more than unhappiness. Approximately 20% of adult women and 10% of adult men may be experiencing depressive symptoms. The prevalence of depression appears to be increasing in both sexes. It can occur in any race or social class. Single individuals who have no "significant other" in their lives or who have minimal social supports tend to be more susceptible.

Common symptoms include:

  • Depressed mood.
  • Interests or pleasure is markedly decreased in nearly all activities.
  • Eating and weight – marked gain or loss of weight (unintentional).
  • Excessive sleep or cannot sleep.
  • Observable psychomotor activity – either speeded up or very slow.
  • Fatigue, tiredness, loss of energy.
  • Feelings of worthlessness or guilt.
  • Difficulty concentrating or having problems with making decisions.
  • Suicidal thoughts or attempts.

These symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impair social, personal or vocational functioning.

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