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Depression

More than 800,000 Marylanders experience depression or another mental illness today. At TRiiBE Medical LLC, compassionate medical providers Uloma Ibe, MD, and Abimbola Hillard, CRNP, understand how depression can erode your emotional and physical wellbeing, and they’re here to help. They offer patient-centered judgment-free care for depression in their office in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, so call or schedule an appointment online today.


Depression Q & A

What is depression?

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a serious condition that negatively impacts your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.  Untreated, depression can significantly disrupt your life, but fortunately, it’s a treatable condition if you reach out for help. 

What are the symptoms of depression?

Depression feels different for each person, but it generally causes some telltale problems, including:

  • Frequent sadness
  • Feelings of hopelessness 
  • Feelings of emptiness
  • Feelings of self-blame
  • Lack of energy
  • Sleep changes - sleeping too much or too little
  • Loss of interest in the things you usually enjoy
  • Withdrawing from others 
  • Weight loss or gain

In general, depression causes persistent heavy and oppressive feelings. Depression is different from mild sadness and grief because it rarely lightens without professional help. Fortunately, TRiiBE Medical LLC offers caring mental health help in their Upper Marlboro office and by telemedicine.

When should I seek help for depression?

When you’re in the middle of it, it’s sometimes hard to realize that you’re depressed. The changes may creep into your life gradually, making it hard to assess your situation accurately. 

A general rule of thumb is that you need to seek treatment if you have symptoms that negatively affect your work, home life, health, or other aspects of your life in any way. If you’re dealing with depression, sadness, or grief, you can trust the professionals at TRiiBE Medical LLC to help you sort through your feelings and find solutions. 

What is the best treatment for depression?

There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment for depression. TRiiBE Medical LLC evaluates your individual situation and personal needs to create a treatment plan that relieves your specific symptoms and sets you on a path to mental wellness. 

Some of the most common approaches for depression include oral medication, psychological counseling, and lifestyle changes. Poor health may play a significant role in some cases of depression, so chronic disease management for conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and thyroid disease can also help you feel and function better. 

Most people experience good results with a combination of a few different approaches, such as medication and lifestyle changes. TRiiBE Medical LLC can work hand-in-hand with you to create a plan that eases your depression so you can find hope and happiness again. 

For compassionate depression treatment, call TRiiBE Medical LLC or schedule your appointment online today.