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When Do Anxiety and Depression Require Professional Help?

Anxiety and depression can go hand-in-hand. You can suffer with one or the other or both. If you have symptoms of either disorder, you aren’t alone. Anxiety affects around 40 million people over the age of 18 every year. 

At Scottsdale Ketamine Clinic in Arizona, Dr. Ethan Philpott and our professional team understand what you’re going through. We have the expertise and experience to help you overcome the effects of anxiety and depression. We’re here to give you hope and treat you effectively.

If you have any signs of anxiety or depression, we encourage you to reach out to our team to get the compassionate care you need.

Symptoms of concern

Anxiety and depression have distinguished differences, but they can have overlapping symptoms, as well.

Symptoms of anxiety

If you suffer with anxiety, you might notice:

  • Feelings of fatigue
  • Brain fog
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Tension in your muscles
  • Grinding of your teeth
  • Inability to sleep
  • Irritability
  • Feelings of panic
  • Lack of control over worry

Unfortunately, only about 37% of people who suffer with these symptoms reach out for treatment, but the majority of those who do experience successful results.

Symptoms of depression

When depression sets in, your symptoms might include:

  • Lack of energy or motivation
  • Change of appetite
  • Weight gain or loss
  • Sleep disorders
  • Lack of excitement about anything of interest
  • Hopelessness
  • Sadness
  • Feelings of anger
  • Feelings of guilt
  • Feeling worthless
  • Suicidal thoughts

Your mental health deserves care and attention. Seeking help can give you the tools to help you gain a healthier thought-life and improve how you feel. 

When to seek professional help

If you experience occasional up and down feelings, you shouldn’t be too concerned because that’s normal. However, if you suffer with extreme bouts of any of the mentioned symptoms of anxiety and depression for more than a week or two, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with our team right away. 

When you come in to see us, we learn about what you’re experiencing. We then work together with you to provide you with a highly compassionate, personalized, and confidential plan of care. 

We offer low-dose ketamine infusion therapy and other evidence-based therapies to relieve your symptoms and to help improve your quality of life. We also walk with you every step of the way to make sure you receive a successful outcome.

If you have concerns about your symptoms and want to learn more about how to overcome anxiety and depression, contact us today. Call 480-571-2379, or book your appointment online. We’re here for you, and we’re ready to help.

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