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Depression rates escalate on campus

by Talsma

November 04, 2004

The “common cold of mental health,” is more common at NAU.

Health experts at Fronske Health Center and Counseling and Testing

report the number of students seeking help with depression is increasing.

In the fiscal year 2002-2003, 184 students came into Counseling and

Testing with depression, said director Gunn. The number jumped to 214

students in the 2003-2004 school year.

Fronske Health Center has also witnessed a rise in students seeking help

with depression, said Dr. Flemming, Chief of Staff.

Between Aug. 16 and Oct. 25 of this year, 114 patients were diagnosed

with depression at Fronske Health Center, Flemming said.

“My impression is that over the past five years we have seen an increase

in the number of students coming to the Fronske Health Center with

depression,” Flemming said. “The increase has been gradual though. I think

it represents the increased awareness and willingness of students to accept

the diagnosis and accept treatment.”

Gunn said more than 1,100 students sough counseling last year for a

variety of reasons.

One NAU student, who wished to remain unnamed, said she was diagnosed

with depression in middle school, but it was difficult for her to accept.

“The symptoms of depression were first recognized in middle school, but

there is a possibility that they could have been there longer,” she said.

“Recognition of depression as compared to acceptance of knowing one has

depression are two different things. The acceptance of knowing that I had

depression did not occur until junior year of high school.”

She said her depression is not as severe as others’ and she has learned

not to let it hinder her daily life. However, it still caused her to miss

out on participating in some activities and spending time with her friends.

It has also affected her relationships with friends and family because

of some of the moods causes her to be withdrawn or negative.

“There are times when it causes you to act differently then you would if

depression was not affecting you,” she said.

She said it is a subject that she only shares her diagnosis with a few

friends, often because of reactions she has received in the past.

“Some people do not take it well knowing that you have depression, so

you do not let them know because they tend to treat you differently or

distance themselves,” she said.

Her advice to anyone who thinks they might have depression is to not be

afraid to ask for help and to seek it. She also advised people educate

themselves on depression so they can help themselves or a loved one.

There are three main types of depression, including major depression,

dysthymia and bipolar disease.

Symptoms of major depression include difficulty sleeping or getting out

of bed, change in appetite and physical activity, difficulty concentrating,

lack of interest in your usual activities and a decline in academic

performance. Other indicators can include a constant feeling of

hopelessness, aches and pains not explained by another physical condition

and suicidal thoughts or feelings. Major depression episodes can occur many

times in a person’s lifetime.

Dysthymia is a form of depression that involves chronic, long-term

symptoms, but is less severe than major depression. Bipolar disease involves

cycles of depression that alternate with cycles of increased activity and

mania.

There is no one single cause of depression, but many contributing

factors involved.

“Many people have a genetic predisposition to having a chemical

imbalance in their brain that makes them venerable to depression,” Gunn

said. “Factors that contribute to an onset of an episode of depression can

include chronic stress, traumatic events and significant losses.”

According to a USA Today article, depression often emerges in 18 to

25-year-olds because of the stress associated with college, and a report

released by The American Health Association in 2000 said that 10 percent of

college students have depression.

Common college stressors can include greater academic demands, changes

in family relationships, social pressures, financial responsibilities and

learning to live on your own. All of these changes at once can take their

toll on many students said the National Institute of Mental Health.

Depression is treatable, and according to the National Institution of

Mental Health, 80 percent of depressed people who receive treatment get

better.

Treatment for depression comes in the form of counseling, medication, or

a combination of both.

Flemming said counseling is beneficial because patients usually find a

psychologist who they are comfortable with and it helps them even more in

the healing process. He also said the Counseling and Testing Center on

campus is a great place for students to seek help because psychologists

there are especially familiar with college students.

Anti-depressant medication is also another treatment option. According

to WebMD Medical News, out of a population of almost 300 million in the

U.S., nineteen million have depression and seven million are using

anti-depressants to treat it.

Anti-depressants work by helping to balance a chemical imbalance in the

brain that contributes to depression.

Flemming estimated that about 90 percent of students who come to Fronske

for depression are prescribed an anti-depressant.

According to the Depression Solution Web site, the most popular

antidepressants are Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, Effexor and Celexa.

A combination of both treatments is usually a successful method for

combating depression as well.

If depression is left untreated it can be a debilitating disease for the

victim.

According to the National Institution of Mental Health, untreated

depression can lead to victims turning to alcohol, drugs, or even committing

suicide.

“Depression has been called ‘the common cold of mental health’,” said

Dr. Gunn. “This means that it occurs frequently, that help is available and

it does not have to become debilitating.”

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This very common claim that it's all an imbalance in the brain is theory and

has never been proven. I would recommend looking over the side effects of

any drugs prescribed for depression and become an informed consumer before

getting treatments that are potentially worse than the problem. Medicalizing

" the blues " , as depression used to be called, is an opinion based on tons of

studies that have big disclaimers. Buyer beware.

you may not even be able to sing the blues after the treatments recommended

in this article.

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Researcher

Austin, Texas

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Depression rates escalate on campus

by Talsma

November 04, 2004

The " common cold of mental health, " is more common at NAU.

Health experts at Fronske Health Center and Counseling and Testing

report the number of students seeking help with depression is increasing.

In the fiscal year 2002-2003, 184 students came into Counseling and

Testing with depression, said director Gunn. The number jumped to 214

students in the 2003-2004 school year.

Fronske Health Center has also witnessed a rise in students seeking help

with depression, said Dr. Flemming, Chief of Staff.

Between Aug. 16 and Oct. 25 of this year, 114 patients were diagnosed

with depression at Fronske Health Center, Flemming said.

" My impression is that over the past five years we have seen an increase

in the number of students coming to the Fronske Health Center with

depression, " Flemming said. " The increase has been gradual though. I think

it represents the increased awareness and willingness of students to accept

the diagnosis and accept treatment. "

Gunn said more than 1,100 students sough counseling last year for a

variety of reasons.

One NAU student, who wished to remain unnamed, said she was diagnosed

with depression in middle school, but it was difficult for her to accept.

" The symptoms of depression were first recognized in middle school, but

there is a possibility that they could have been there longer, " she said.

" Recognition of depression as compared to acceptance of knowing one has

depression are two different things. The acceptance of knowing that I had

depression did not occur until junior year of high school. "

She said her depression is not as severe as others' and she has learned

not to let it hinder her daily life. However, it still caused her to miss

out on participating in some activities and spending time with her friends.

It has also affected her relationships with friends and family because

of some of the moods causes her to be withdrawn or negative.

" There are times when it causes you to act differently then you would if

depression was not affecting you, " she said.

She said it is a subject that she only shares her diagnosis with a few

friends, often because of reactions she has received in the past.

" Some people do not take it well knowing that you have depression, so

you do not let them know because they tend to treat you differently or

distance themselves, " she said.

Her advice to anyone who thinks they might have depression is to not be

afraid to ask for help and to seek it. She also advised people educate

themselves on depression so they can help themselves or a loved one.

There are three main types of depression, including major depression,

dysthymia and bipolar disease.

Symptoms of major depression include difficulty sleeping or getting out

of bed, change in appetite and physical activity, difficulty concentrating,

lack of interest in your usual activities and a decline in academic

performance. Other indicators can include a constant feeling of

hopelessness, aches and pains not explained by another physical condition

and suicidal thoughts or feelings. Major depression episodes can occur many

times in a person's lifetime.

Dysthymia is a form of depression that involves chronic, long-term

symptoms, but is less severe than major depression. Bipolar disease involves

cycles of depression that alternate with cycles of increased activity and

mania.

There is no one single cause of depression, but many contributing

factors involved.

" Many people have a genetic predisposition to having a chemical

imbalance in their brain that makes them venerable to depression, " Gunn

said. " Factors that contribute to an onset of an episode of depression can

include chronic stress, traumatic events and significant losses. "

According to a USA Today article, depression often emerges in 18 to

25-year-olds because of the stress associated with college, and a report

released by The American Health Association in 2000 said that 10 percent of

college students have depression.

Common college stressors can include greater academic demands, changes

in family relationships, social pressures, financial responsibilities and

learning to live on your own. All of these changes at once can take their

toll on many students said the National Institute of Mental Health.

Depression is treatable, and according to the National Institution of

Mental Health, 80 percent of depressed people who receive treatment get

better.

Treatment for depression comes in the form of counseling, medication, or

a combination of both.

Flemming said counseling is beneficial because patients usually find a

psychologist who they are comfortable with and it helps them even more in

the healing process. He also said the Counseling and Testing Center on

campus is a great place for students to seek help because psychologists

there are especially familiar with college students.

Anti-depressant medication is also another treatment option. According

to WebMD Medical News, out of a population of almost 300 million in the

U.S., nineteen million have depression and seven million are using

anti-depressants to treat it.

Anti-depressants work by helping to balance a chemical imbalance in the

brain that contributes to depression.

Flemming estimated that about 90 percent of students who come to Fronske

for depression are prescribed an anti-depressant.

According to the Depression Solution Web site, the most popular

antidepressants are Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, Effexor and Celexa.

A combination of both treatments is usually a successful method for

combating depression as well.

If depression is left untreated it can be a debilitating disease for the

victim.

According to the National Institution of Mental Health, untreated

depression can lead to victims turning to alcohol, drugs, or even committing

suicide.

" Depression has been called 'the common cold of mental health', " said

Dr. Gunn. " This means that it occurs frequently, that help is available and

it does not have to become debilitating. "

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Posted 11/05/2004

This very common claim that it's all an imbalance in the brain is theory and

has never been proven. I would recommend looking over the side effects of

any drugs prescribed for depression and become an informed consumer before

getting treatments that are potentially worse than the problem. Medicalizing

" the blues " , as depression used to be called, is an opinion based on tons of

studies that have big disclaimers. Buyer beware.

you may not even be able to sing the blues after the treatments recommended

in this article.

Jim

Researcher

Austin, Texas

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Depression rates escalate on campus

by Talsma

November 04, 2004

The " common cold of mental health, " is more common at NAU.

Health experts at Fronske Health Center and Counseling and Testing

report the number of students seeking help with depression is increasing.

In the fiscal year 2002-2003, 184 students came into Counseling and

Testing with depression, said director Gunn. The number jumped to 214

students in the 2003-2004 school year.

Fronske Health Center has also witnessed a rise in students seeking help

with depression, said Dr. Flemming, Chief of Staff.

Between Aug. 16 and Oct. 25 of this year, 114 patients were diagnosed

with depression at Fronske Health Center, Flemming said.

" My impression is that over the past five years we have seen an increase

in the number of students coming to the Fronske Health Center with

depression, " Flemming said. " The increase has been gradual though. I think

it represents the increased awareness and willingness of students to accept

the diagnosis and accept treatment. "

Gunn said more than 1,100 students sough counseling last year for a

variety of reasons.

One NAU student, who wished to remain unnamed, said she was diagnosed

with depression in middle school, but it was difficult for her to accept.

" The symptoms of depression were first recognized in middle school, but

there is a possibility that they could have been there longer, " she said.

" Recognition of depression as compared to acceptance of knowing one has

depression are two different things. The acceptance of knowing that I had

depression did not occur until junior year of high school. "

She said her depression is not as severe as others' and she has learned

not to let it hinder her daily life. However, it still caused her to miss

out on participating in some activities and spending time with her friends.

It has also affected her relationships with friends and family because

of some of the moods causes her to be withdrawn or negative.

" There are times when it causes you to act differently then you would if

depression was not affecting you, " she said.

She said it is a subject that she only shares her diagnosis with a few

friends, often because of reactions she has received in the past.

" Some people do not take it well knowing that you have depression, so

you do not let them know because they tend to treat you differently or

distance themselves, " she said.

Her advice to anyone who thinks they might have depression is to not be

afraid to ask for help and to seek it. She also advised people educate

themselves on depression so they can help themselves or a loved one.

There are three main types of depression, including major depression,

dysthymia and bipolar disease.

Symptoms of major depression include difficulty sleeping or getting out

of bed, change in appetite and physical activity, difficulty concentrating,

lack of interest in your usual activities and a decline in academic

performance. Other indicators can include a constant feeling of

hopelessness, aches and pains not explained by another physical condition

and suicidal thoughts or feelings. Major depression episodes can occur many

times in a person's lifetime.

Dysthymia is a form of depression that involves chronic, long-term

symptoms, but is less severe than major depression. Bipolar disease involves

cycles of depression that alternate with cycles of increased activity and

mania.

There is no one single cause of depression, but many contributing

factors involved.

" Many people have a genetic predisposition to having a chemical

imbalance in their brain that makes them venerable to depression, " Gunn

said. " Factors that contribute to an onset of an episode of depression can

include chronic stress, traumatic events and significant losses. "

According to a USA Today article, depression often emerges in 18 to

25-year-olds because of the stress associated with college, and a report

released by The American Health Association in 2000 said that 10 percent of

college students have depression.

Common college stressors can include greater academic demands, changes

in family relationships, social pressures, financial responsibilities and

learning to live on your own. All of these changes at once can take their

toll on many students said the National Institute of Mental Health.

Depression is treatable, and according to the National Institution of

Mental Health, 80 percent of depressed people who receive treatment get

better.

Treatment for depression comes in the form of counseling, medication, or

a combination of both.

Flemming said counseling is beneficial because patients usually find a

psychologist who they are comfortable with and it helps them even more in

the healing process. He also said the Counseling and Testing Center on

campus is a great place for students to seek help because psychologists

there are especially familiar with college students.

Anti-depressant medication is also another treatment option. According

to WebMD Medical News, out of a population of almost 300 million in the

U.S., nineteen million have depression and seven million are using

anti-depressants to treat it.

Anti-depressants work by helping to balance a chemical imbalance in the

brain that contributes to depression.

Flemming estimated that about 90 percent of students who come to Fronske

for depression are prescribed an anti-depressant.

According to the Depression Solution Web site, the most popular

antidepressants are Prozac, Paxil, Wellbutrin, Zoloft, Effexor and Celexa.

A combination of both treatments is usually a successful method for

combating depression as well.

If depression is left untreated it can be a debilitating disease for the

victim.

According to the National Institution of Mental Health, untreated

depression can lead to victims turning to alcohol, drugs, or even committing

suicide.

" Depression has been called 'the common cold of mental health', " said

Dr. Gunn. " This means that it occurs frequently, that help is available and

it does not have to become debilitating. "