Wellness Resource Guide: Depression & Anxiety

“Oh, I’m fine. It’s just that life is pointless, and nothing matters, and I’m always tired. Also, I can’t sleep, I’m overeating, and none of my old hobbies interest me.” - Andy Dwyer, Parks and Recreation. 

Depression can look different for different people--but the Centers for Disease Control suggests you may have depression "when a sad mood lasts for a long time and interferes with normal, everyday functioning". They list the following as symptoms of depression: 

• Feeling sad or anxious often or all the time
• Not wanting to do activities that used to be fun
• Feeling irritable‚ easily frustrated‚ or restless
• Having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
• Waking up too early or sleeping too much
• Eating more or less than usual or having no appetite
• Experiencing aches, pains, headaches, or stomach problems that do not improve with treatment
• Having trouble concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions
• Feeling tired‚ even after sleeping well
• Feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless
• Thinking about suicide or hurting yourself

If you're experiencing depression, Counseling Services can help! Visit the Counseling Services webpage for information on screening and therapy services.

"I've started to get these weird feelings--like I have fear, with no specific object. What is that?" - Barbie, Barbie: The Movie

We all experience anxiety from time to time--but for people with anxiety disorders, feelings of anxiety can interfere with everyday life. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, "the symptoms can interfere with daily activities such as job performance, schoolwork, and relationships." Anxiety disorders include:

• Generalized Anxiety Disorder: persistent anxiety or dread
• Panic Disorder: Frequent and unexpected panic attacks
• Social Anxiety Disorder: intense, persistent fear of being watched and judged by others
• Phobia-related disorders: an intense fear of—or aversion to—specific objects or situations

Like depression, anxiety disorders are most often treated with psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of the two. If you're experiencing anxiety, or think you may have an anxiety disorder, Counseling Services can help! Visit the Counseling Services webpage for information on screening and therapy services.