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Aches and Pains? You May Be Depressed





May 2, 2007

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Each year more than 17 million Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder and more than 19 million Americans suffer with a depressive illness. These illnesses manifest with not only emotional symptoms, but physical symptoms as well.

Individuals often believe the cause of their discomfort and pain is an undiagnosed physical illness. In fact, a study done by the World Health Organization reported that 69 percent of patients with depression reported physical symptoms as the sole reason for their visit to their primary care doctor.

"Anxiety and depressive illnesses are serious public health concerns. They greatly impair the individuals that suffer with them, as well as the lives of their family and friends," said Mary Guardino, executive director of Freedom From Fear, a national nonprofit mental illness advocacy organization.

The most common signs of anxiety and depression include: feelings of being down or blue, phobias, constant uncontrollable worrying, poor concentration, loss of pleasure, sleeping problems, anxiety attacks, unexplainable aches, pains or headaches, obsessions, rituals and ongoing feelings of nervousness or tension.

Individuals can screen themselves on www.freedomfromfear.org to learn if they may be suffering from an anxiety or depressive illness. They can also call 1-888-442-2022. The screening site on the web and the toll-free number will offer referrals for a free screening from mental health professionals throughout the U.S.

"Anxiety and depression cost our economy billions of dollars each year. However, the tragic cost is in human suffering which is immeasurable. These illnesses are real medical illnesses which can be successfully treated," said Guardino.



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