Depression affects the whole body, including the brain. It changes how a person feels emotionally and physically. Depression and other mental health concerns are common among college students. They can negatively impact your academics and quality of life, but effective treatments are available.
Symptoms of depression vary from person to person and may include:
- Persistent sad, anxious or empty mood
- Feeling hopeless, helpless, worthless, and/or guilty
- Lack of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy
- Difficulty concentrating, remembering and making decisions
- Overeating or poor appetite
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping a lot
- Decreased energy and fatigue
- Increased restlessness and irritability
- Unexplained physical ailments
- Thoughts of death or suicide
Depression is treatable with counseling. Medications may also be needed in some cases.
Taking good care of your self can also help, i.e. eating healthy foods, regular physical activity, getting enough rest, and managing stress in positive ways.
Student Health Services works with the University Counseling Center to help students get the help they need with mental health concerns. The Counseling Center has trained professionals, including a psychiatrist, psychologists, and counselors, who specialize in working with university students like you. For more information or to take a mental health self-assessment go to www.und.ucc.edu or call 701-777-2127.
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