For many people suffering from depression, the disease is fully in control of their lives. It determines how they feel, what they think and ultimately how they behave. It’s more than just feeling sad on occasion — it’s a serious medical condition with mental and physical symptoms that can have severe effects on daily life. One of the most common myths about depression is that you can push through these feelings if you try hard enough, but it’s important to realize that depression is not your fault. It isn’t all in your head — it’s a very real illness that can be treated with the right help. Seeking out depression treatment from caring, experienced professionals can be the key to unlocking this disease’s grip on your life.

If you’re suffering from depression or anxiety, you may experience any or all of the following symptoms:

• Persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness
• Difficulty focusing on tasks or indecisiveness
• Restlessness or extreme fatigue
• Loss of interest in favorite activities or socialization
• Changes in eating habits, including unexplained weight changes
• Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
• Lack of energy
• Intrusive thoughts of death or self-harm

We offer a variety of effective options at our depression treatment centers, including group therapy, individual counseling, community activities or a number of things that you may not be doing now that get you out of your comfort zone. It may be the last thing you want to do but it’s a crucial step on the journey to improvement. Even though the process may be uncomfortable at times, getting help can lead you to a better, happier life. We have studied depression for years and even been through bouts ourselves at points in time. Talking to someone does help, whether you believe it or not. We know that there is a solution!

Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death of individuals in the U.S. between the ages of 15 to 29. 1 in 10 Americans struggle with depression, so you are not alone! You truly will not be alone here at Vanguard. You will be treated alongside other people that are going through exactly what you are right now!

Depression can cause lack of interest, lack of motivation, discontentment, fatigue, lack of appetite, turning to substances or other unhealthy behaviors as well as a number of other things that effect our lives negatively. We know because we have been there and have lived to tell the tale and help others that are struggling now! This is why we offer dual diagnosis treatment.