Depression And Suicide

9th July 2018
Fearful middle-aged woman looking through the window and considering Los Angeles CA Ketamine Depression Treatment

“When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.” –Abraham Lincoln

With the recent cases of celebrity suicides of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, it’s made our nation stop and take a look at the cause of it. According to the CDC nearly 45,000 Americans died by suicide in 2016. While suicide is a choice, if you’re contemplating it, it may seem like it is the only and best choice for you.

Warning Signs To Watch For Someone Contemplating Suicide

  1. A focus on death
  2. Withdrawing from relationships
  3. Exhibits despair
  4. Beginning to make plans for death
  5. Mood swings
  6. Fatigue
  7. Substance Abuse
  8. Reckless Actions

If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK.

A common cause of suicide is depression. You may be feeling overwhelmed with your emotions and view death as your only way to escape the pain. The National Institute of Mental Health states that in order to be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks. They also list some forms of depression such as:

  1. Persistent Depressive Disorder
  2. Postpartum Depression
  3. Psychotic Depression
  4. Seasonal Affective Disorder
  5. Bi-polar Disorder

If you experience any level of depression, Ketamine Healing Clinic of Los Angeles can safely and effectively offer you high dose intravenous Ketamine treatments to help with your depression. Dr. David Mahjoubi wants to help you get your life back through the administration of safe usage of high dose IV Ketamine. Contact us today if you feel your depression is hopeless. There is hope for you.

Posted on behalf of Ketamine Healing Clinic of Los Angeles

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