Although hours of daylight have increased and trees are starting to leaf out, the change of seasons can be a hard time for some people. Frequent weather changes and gray days can be tiring. Do you know the symptoms of depression? Do you know the difference between a case of “spring fever” and depression?
The Human Development Center in Grand Marais offers
the following warning signs:
• Feeling sad or blue much of the time
• Sleep problems – too much, too little
• Food issues – eating too little or too much, weight gain
or loss
• Irritable or grouchy much of the time
• Difficulty concentrating, focusing, or paying attention
• Feeling worthless or misunderstood
• Losing interest, dropping out, or not having energy for
former activities
• Restlessness, difficulty staying still
• Physical complaints, digestive problems, headaches,
stomachaches
• Suicidal thoughts, or ever having attempted suicide
If you have three or more of these symptoms, PLEASE get screened for depression. There are a number of caring, professional Mental Health Practitioners in Cook County with whom you can talk. Contact the Human Development Center at (218)387-9444 or the Sawtooth Mountain Clinic at (218)387-2330 to find one who can help you.
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