When Is It More Than Just Sadness?
“Sadness, disappointment and grief are unfortunately unavoidable aspects of life. But at what point is what you are experiencing more than just sadness?
Approximately 21 million individuals, or 8% of adults in the United States, are affected by depression. Have you ever found yourself asking: At what point is my sadness after losing my spouse more than grief? Is my loss of self-esteem and increased anxiety since becoming a caregiver something I need to worry about? Has my loss of appetite and trouble concentrating after moving to an assisted living facility indicative of something more serious? When is what I am experiencing more than just . . .”