What is Major Depressive Disorder?
Major depressive disorder is a mental health condition in which people experience lack of joy and low mood. Sadness is a natural emotion we all have from time to time but when depression persists, it can become all-encompassing and negatively impact quality of life, relationships with others and productivity.
What are the symptoms of major depressive disorder?
- Depressed mood
- Anhedonia (lack of joy)
- Sleep (too much/too little)
- Weight (gain/loss)
- Feelings of guilt/worthlessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Suicidal thoughts
- Fatigue
Millions of adults in the US experience symptoms of major depression each year and midlife depression has been associated with development of dementia later in life.
How is Major Depressive Disorder treated?
Dr. Greene will work with you to develop a personalized depression treatment plan to meet your individual goals and needs. This may include behavioral activation and other evidence-based treatments such as CBT for depression, psychodynamic therapy, marriage counseling, lifestyle and diet strategies, medication management, or a combination of these.