Mental health is less talked about, but it is just as important as your physical health. If you’re struggling with mental health issues, help is available at Beaumont WELLness for Women. Jennifer Sigler, WHNP-BC, PMHNP-BC routinely provides mental health services to women, including diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety, and postpartum depression to name a few. To request a mental health consultation, call Beaumont WELLness for Women at 409-299-9570 today.
Mental health is a branch of medicine that improves your psychological and emotional well-being. If you have good mental health, you’re more likely to lead a happy, healthy life. Good mental health also helps you demonstrate resilience and better cope with life’s challenges.
Life events and your genetic makeup are two factors that influence the state of your mental health. Even if you’re struggling, there are a variety of treatments and practices that can limit feelings of depression or anxiety and help you live a more well-rounded life.
At Beaumont WELLness for Women, female patients can access treatment for a variety of mental health conditions, including:
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems, affecting about 16.1 million Americans, and women are nearly twice as likely to experience depression than their male counterparts.
Depression is characterized by feelings of sadness or hopelessness that last for two weeks or longer. Everyone feels sad from time to time, but if your feelings interfere with your ability to function or participate in daily activity, it may point to a more serious underlying problem.
If you suffer from anxiety, you may experience ruminating thoughts or constant worries about things and situations that are out of your control. It’s normal to feel nervous or anxious before giving a presentation or participating in a major life event, like a wedding, but if you’re constantly anxious, it’s important to seek medical help.
Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that affects women after childbirth. It’s characterized by feelings of sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion. It can emerge within the first few weeks to months after giving birth and can significantly impact a mother’s ability to care for herself and her baby. Seeking support from Beaumont WELLness for Women can be vital in managing and overcoming postpartum depression for both the well-being of the mother and the newborn.
Perinatal depression is a similar mood disorder that occurs during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
To diagnose mental health disorders, your provider conducts a physical exam, asks you questions about the symptoms you’re experiencing, and reviews your medical history. They may also order a series of laboratory tests to rule out other potential causes.
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your provider might also recommend a psychological evaluation, or they might ask you to fill out a mental health questionnaire. Usually, these steps provide enough information to make an accurate diagnosis.
No two mental health treatment plans are exactly alike. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce symptoms, address the underlying causes, and make your life more enjoyable. Your provider might recommend healthy lifestyle changes, prescription medications, counseling, or nutritional supplements.
To request a mental health consultation at Beaumont WELLness for Women, call the office or request one online today.