{"id":596,"date":"2026-08-11T05:53:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-11T05:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cjr.rws.mybluehost.me\/\/?page_id=596"},"modified":"2026-08-29T19:37:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-30T02:37:00","slug":"depression","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.psychiatry.vegas\/staging\/9283\/depression\/","title":{"rendered":"Depression"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-ast-global-color-4-color has-ast-global-color-0-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1\">Depression<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Feeling down or hopeless?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Nevada Family Psychiatry, we understand how debilitating depression can be and how much courage it takes to seek help. Our compassionate team specializes in innovative treatments for depression and mood disorders. Whether you struggle with major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, postpartum depression, or bipolar disorder, we will listen without judgment and partner with you on your path to recovery. Using proven techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy, medication management, and lifestyle coaching, we can help you regain joy and purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t lose hope. With our integrative approach focused on your unique needs, we can help you feel like yourself again. Take the first step and contact us today to start feeling better from depression and start living your best life.&nbsp; You can contact us by phone, email, or you&nbsp;can request your visit online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Depression Q &amp; A<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Depression?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness and hopelessness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Loss of interest in activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Major depression seriously impacts daily life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Other types: persistent depression, postpartum, seasonal, bipolar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Caused by changes in brain chemistry<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Symptoms of Depression<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Depressed mood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Loss of interest in activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Appetite and sleep changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fatigue, lack of energy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Feelings of worthlessness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Difficulty concentrating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Slowed speech and movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Suicidal thoughts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Causes of Depression<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">No single cause. Factors include:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Brain chemical imbalances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Genetics and family history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Stressful life events and trauma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Grief and loss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Medical conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Diagnosing Depression<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Medical evaluation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Physical exam and lab tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Psychiatric assessment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Review of symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Family history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Meet DSM-5-tr criteria<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Depression Treatment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Medications\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Antidepressants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Mood stabilizers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Psychotherapy\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">CBT, IPT, mindfulness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Brain stimulation therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Light therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Exercise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Self-care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reach Out<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re struggling with depression, help is available. Contact Nevada Family Psychiatry today to explore your treatment options, find relief, and start feeling like yourself again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Depression Feeling down or hopeless? 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