Depression

Our Approach to Depression

Leading mental health experts have declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health. 

In 2021, the Surgeon General issued a warning, declaring a mental health crisis with depression and suicide as main concerns. Depression impacts one in four adults directly and untreated depression can be serious and even fatal.

We believe that depression is often hidden at the core of other disorders such as anxiety and social media and gaming addictions. As a result, our goal is early detection and intervention.

PLEASE NOTE:  Synaptec assessments are only the first step to a complete diagnosis and will screen for risk for a particular mental health issue, such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Gaming Addiction and Problematic Use of the Internet.  To confirm a diagnosis, please begin by sharing your Synaptec assessment results with your doctor or mental health provider.

Symptoms:

Mood: A persistent feeling of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness. 

Interest: A loss of interest in activities that used to be fun. 

Sleep: Difficulty sleeping, waking up too early, or oversleeping. 

Appetite: Changes in appetite or unplanned weight changes. 

Energy: Fatigue, lack of energy, or feeling slowed down. 

Concentration: Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions. 

Physical complaints: Aches, pains, headaches, or stomach problems that do not improve with treatment. 

Guilt: Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness. 

Suicide: Thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself. 

Depression can manifest differently in children and adolescents than in adults. For example, children and adolescents may appear irritable or cranky, while adults may appear withdrawn or sad.