Depression, also known as clinical depression, is a widespread and severe health condition that impacts your emotions, thoughts, and actions negatively. Thankfully, it is a treatable condition, and Make You Well is ready to support you. Depression can manifest as persistent sadness and a diminished interest in previously enjoyed activities. There can be a range of emotional and physical issues, reducing one’s performance both professionally and domestically.

In Colleyville and its neighboring areas, numerous individuals have encountered depression in various forms. Fortunately, Make You Well is equipped to treat depression effectively. As a primary care facility, our team of healthcare providers is skilled in diagnosing and managing different types of depression.

It’s estimated that depression affects about one in 15 adults (approximately 6.7%) annually, and around one in six individuals (16.6%) will face depression at some point in their lives. Typically, depression first emerges between the late teenage years and mid-20s. Studies indicate that women are more likely than men to suffer from depression, with one-third of women likely to experience a major depressive episode during their lifetime. Additionally, depression has a considerable genetic component, with about 40% heritability among immediate family members (parents, children, siblings) who have suffered from it.

A person with depression may experience persistent sadness or a low mood, a loss of interest in activities or pleasure, changes in appetite resulting in weight fluctuations not associated with dieting, sleep disturbances or oversleeping, a drop in energy or increased fatigue, an uptick in aimless physical activity (e.g., restlessness, pacing, handwringing) or reduced movement and speech (noticeable to others), feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt, trouble with focusing, thinking, or decision-making, and thoughts of death or suicide. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, please contact Make You Well Family Practice & Aesthetics to schedule an appointment with our caring providers, who are ready to assist in diagnosing and treating depression.