Anxiety and Depression Treatment Clinic in Redlands, CA

More research needs to be done to determine the exact cause of anxiety and depression as right now there is no definitive answer. Early research suggests that a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors may contribute to one developing these types of mental health disorders.

It’s also been shown that the following factors may increase a person’s risk of developing depression and/or anxiety:

• Experiencing a major life change (planned or unplanned).
• Experiencing traumatic or stressful life events.
• Having a chemical imbalance in the brain.
• Having a medical condition.
• Having blood relatives who have either disorder.
• Having poor or underdeveloped emotional coping mechanisms.
• Taking certain medications.
• Using alcohol or drugs.

The symptoms of depression and anxiety may vary from person to person and may also present differently depending on whether you have just one or both conditions. Those with depression and/or anxiety may experience symptoms of:

• Constant worrying about what people think.
• Difficulty falling/staying asleep.
• Difficulty making decisions.
• Difficulty remembering details.
• Eating more or less than usual.
• Experiencing physical pain/discomfort that does not improve with treatment.
• Feeling irritable and easily frustrated.
• Feeling sad or anxious on a regular basis.
• Feeling tired and/or restless.
• Feeling tired even when you’ve slept well the night before.
• Feels of guilty, shame, worthlessness, or helplessness.
• Having trouble concentrating.
• Not getting enough sleep.
• Sleeping too much.
• Thinking about and/or planning suicide or hurting yourself.
• Withdrawing from activities.
• Worrying about things that haven’t happened yet.
• Emotional distress that affects your day-to-day life.

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to talk to a mental health professional. Left untreated, depression and anxiety will often worsen which can lead to long-term and potentially dangerous outcomes.

It’s been speculated through research that the following may trigger anxiety and/or depression or increase your risk of developing them in the future:

• Coinciding mental health disorders. If you already have a mental disorder, you’re more likely to develop anxiety and/or depression. 
• Developing an illness. A serious illness often spurs significant worry and stress about health-related issues, your treatment, and your future.
• Drugs or alcohol. Substance use, misuse, and/or withdrawal trigger and worsen anxiety and depression.
• Having a biological family that has the disorder. Both anxiety and depression can run in families and be passed through generations. 
• Stressful events. A big event that triggers a severe emotional response may trigger depression and/or anxiety. This includes events such as a death in the family, work stress, moving, financial issues, or a breakup.
• Trauma. Those who endured and/or witnessed a traumatic event(s) are at higher risk of developing depression and anxiety disorder.
• Your personality. Those with certain personality types, especially those with perfectionistic tendencies and/or low self-esteem, are more prone to developing depression and/or anxiety.

Absolutely, you can definitely seek help from a primary care clinic if you’re struggling with anxiety and depression.

In fact, your primary care physician (PCP) should be your first point of contact when you notice any changes in your physical and/or mental health. They will be able to address your concerns and help you with the appropriate treatment options, whether that be medication, therapy, self-care practices, or alternative therapy options.

If you’re struggling with depression and/or anxiety and are looking for the right treatment option for you, connect with us at Mohamed Nassar M.D.. Our health specialists can help you safeguard your mental and physical health in a safe, professional, and empathetic manner. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 255 Terracina Blvd, Suite 105 Redlands, CA 92373. We serve patients from Redlands CA, Loma Linda CA, Highland CA, San Bernardino CA, Grand Terrace CA, Yucaipa CA, and Moreno Valley CA.