Mental Health

It can be normal to feel occasional anxiety in life. But, if it’s stopping you from doing normal day-to-day activities, your mental health might be something that needs to be evaluated.

IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS LIKE:

• Feelings of panic, dread, or danger
• Nervousness, restlessness, or being tense
• Rapid heart rate
• Trembling or muscle twitching
• Rapid breathing, or hyperventilation
• Insomnia
• Fatigue
• Weakness and lethargy
• Digestive or gastrointestinal problems, such as gas, constipation, or diarrhea
• Singular focus on worries within one’s life

Then you may want to see us at our Vista Healthcare clinic in Rexburg. Anxiety is as real as a physical ailment. Call us for more information at 208-881-0902.

Depression is a real illness that causes persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and fatigue, oftentimes without really knowing why. Depression can affect how you feel, think, behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. It is more than just a case of the blues, it is not a weakness, and you cannot simply "get over it.” Depression can be very difficult to live with, but don't be discouraged. Seek help.

Those with depression sometimes even feel as if life isn't worth living. If you or someone you love has thoughts of suicide, call the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

SYMPTOMS CAN OCCUR MOST OF THE DAY, NEARLY EVERY DAY AND MAY INCLUDE:

• Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
• Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters
• Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies or sports
• Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much
• Tiredness and fatigue, so even small tasks take extra effort
• Reduced appetite and weight loss or increased cravings for food and weight gain
• Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
• Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
• Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things
• Frequent or recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide
• Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches

Call our office today at 208-881-0902 to set up an appointment and get some help.

Many people experience insomnia in the short term, but chronic insomnia may last for years. We can help with whatever type of sleep disturbance you experience.

INSOMNIA SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:

• Waking up too early, unable to fall back asleep
• Wakefulness during the night
• Feeling tired or unrested after a night's sleep
• Other mental health symptoms such as anxiety, depression, or irritability
• Inability to focus on tasks or remember details
• Increased errors or accidents during daily tasks

If you have found yourself experiencing these sleep disturbances or otherwise find yourself unable to get the rest you need, call us to make an appointment today.

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects around 7.2% of children and 3.4% of adults. These numbers reflect diagnosed cases, so of course the actual numbers affected will be even higher. ADHD is often misunderstood as being a condition of hyperactivity, and although this may be the case with some diagnosed as ADHD, the diagnoses includes a broad range of symptoms including:

• Low frustration tolerance
• Difficulty completing tasks
• Oversensitivity, such as immediately losing items or forgetting critical appointments
• Poor executive function

Whether you are already diagnosed or have questions about the possibility, we can help you with managing these concerns.