{"id":336,"date":"2019-06-26T15:59:26","date_gmt":"2019-06-26T19:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rivier.edu\/student-life\/?page_id=336"},"modified":"2024-09-20T11:19:38","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T15:19:38","slug":"depression","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.rivier.edu\/student-life\/health-and-well-being\/counseling-wellness\/counseling-resources\/depression\/","title":{"rendered":"Depression"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are having concerns about depression, please know that you do not have to deal with depression alone. The Counseling and Wellness Center is here to help and support you. We know that opening up to a stranger isn\u2019t always easy, but our trained professionals are experts at helping people get back on a healthy path.<\/p>\n

If you wish to speak to someone about depression, you are welcome to schedule an appointment by visiting our office or contacting us ta (603) 897-8251.<\/p>\n

Understanding Depression<\/h2>\n

Everyone feels \u201cdown in the dumps\u201d or \u201cblue\u201d from time to time. These feelings sometimes follow difficult experiences\u2014the death of a loved one, the end of an important relationship, and other losses or traumatic events.<\/p>\n

It is normal to feel sad at times like these. It is also normal for these feelings to lighten fairly quickly and eventually pass.<\/p>\n

With clinical depression, these feelings may or may not be associated with a particular event; they may seem to come for no specific reason and without warning. The feelings are more severe, and they last for most of the day over an extended period of time.<\/p>\n

If left untreated, depression in college can have many negative effects: difficulty maintaining motivation and concentration, poor academic performance, substance abuse, unhealthy decisions and behaviors, and even thoughts of suicide. But depression is treatable, and help is available. The first step is to be aware of the symptoms.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of Depression<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Feelings<\/td>\nThoughts<\/td>\nPhysical Experience<\/td>\nBehavior Patterns<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Sad or gloomy<\/span><\/td>\n“Nobody likes me”<\/span><\/td>\nDifficulty concentrating or making decisions<\/span><\/td>\nSpending more time alone; avoiding others<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flat, dull, or restricted<\/span><\/td>\n“Things will never get better”<\/td>\nChange in appetite \u2013 increased\/decreased<\/span><\/td>\nArguing with people more often<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Irritable, cranky, or aggressive<\/span><\/td>\n“I\u2019m a burden to others”<\/span><\/td>\nFatigue, tiredness, lack of energy<\/span><\/td>\nPoor hygiene and self-care habits<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Guilty or self-critical<\/span><\/td>\n“I\u2019m a failure.”<\/span><\/td>\nSleep patterns changes<\/span><\/td>\nLittle interest or pleasure in doing things<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Empty, inadequate, or despondent<\/span><\/td>\n“I can\u2019t take much more of this”<\/span><\/td>\nDecreased sex drive<\/span><\/p>\n

Tearfulness or frequent crying<\/span><\/td>\n

Reduced academic\/work performance<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Worthless, hopeless, or helpless<\/span><\/td>\n“I wish I were dead”<\/span><\/td>\nSuicide attempt<\/span><\/td>\nSubstance abuse<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Coping With Depression<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Shift Your Mindset<\/td>\nRemember the Basics<\/td>\nShift Your Behaviors<\/td>\nRelax and Enjoy<\/td>\nSeek Support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Focus on the present, not the past or future<\/span><\/td>\nExercise regularly<\/span><\/td>\nReduce exposure to stressful situations<\/span><\/td>\nMeditate, pray, explore nature<\/span><\/td>\nTalk to a trusted friend or family member<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Notice and challenge depressing self-talk<\/span><\/td>\nEngage in physical activities<\/span><\/td>\nSpend time with happy, positive people<\/span><\/td>\nSpend time with people you care about<\/span><\/td>\nContact the Counseling & Wellness Center<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Focus on the positive aspects of your life<\/span><\/td>\nEat healthy foods<\/span><\/td>\nDo something creative<\/span><\/td>\nMake time for fun<\/span><\/td>\nGet professional help<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Explore your gratitude<\/span><\/td>\nAvoid alcohol and other drugs<\/span><\/td>\nModify your schedule to reduce stress<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Set only realistic goals<\/span><\/td>\nGet regular sleep<\/span><\/td>\nOrganize your time around your priorities<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)<\/h3>\n

For some people, depressive feelings recur seasonally, usually during the fall and\/or winter. This type of depression is referred to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and seems to be related to a lack of sufficient sunlight.<\/p>\n

The symptoms and coping strategies noted above also apply to those with SAD. Additional strategies that involve maximizing sunlight exposure include:<\/p>\n

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  • Uncovering your windows to let in every bit of sunlight available, especially in the morning.<\/li>\n
  • Taking day trips to higher, sunnier elevations<\/li>\n
  • Utilizing a light therapy box, which emits artificial light<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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