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3/19/19 1 Depression: A Family Matter Presented by: Rachel P. Jacoby, LPCC, NCC, CFLE, CTP Clark D. Ausloos, LPC, NCC, LPSC Who are we? Clark is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional School Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Clark is currently earning his PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Toledo. At UT, Clark conducts research, facilitates undergraduate and graduate courses in counseling and provides clinical services to college students. Clark has presented at regional and national conferences, and was an esteemed speaker for the TEDx Way Public Library Program. Clark also holds degrees and certifications in music, theatre, fitness and nutrition. Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Family Life Educator, and Certified Trauma Practitioner, who passionately enjoys working with children, adolescents and families. Rachel’s experience includes working with individuals who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, major life adjustments and autism. Rachel is currently working towards obtaining her PhD at The University of Toledo in Counselor Education. Rachel holds a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies and an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from BGSU. 2 Today’s Outline What is depression? How does depression impact the family? What can be done to help? Questions! 3

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Depression: A Family Matter

Presented by: Rachel P. Jacoby, LPCC, NCC, CFLE, CTP Clark D. Ausloos, LPC, NCC, LPSC

Who are we?

Clark is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional School Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Clark is currently earning his PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Toledo. At UT, Clark conducts research, facilitates undergraduate and graduate courses in counseling and provides clinical services to college students. Clark has presented at regional and national conferences, and was an esteemed speaker for the TEDx Way Public Library Program. Clark also holds degrees and certifications in music, theatre, fitness and nutrition.

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Certified Family Life Educator, and Certified Trauma Practitioner, who passionately enjoys working with children, adolescents and families. Rachel’s experience includes working with individuals who have experienced anxiety, depression, trauma, major life adjustments and autism. Rachel is currently working towards obtaining her PhD at The University of Toledo in Counselor Education. Rachel holds a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies and an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from BGSU.

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Today’s Outline

▷ What is depression?

▷ How does depression impact the family?

▷ What can be done to help?

▷ Questions!

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Depression

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What is Depression?

o According to the DSM-5, depressive disorders carry the common features of:o Sadness

o Emptinesso Irritability

o Somatic and cognitive changes that impact functioning

o Depressive Disorders include:o M ajor Depressive Disordero Disruptive M ood Dysregulation Disordero Persistent Depressive Disorder

o Premenstrual Dysphoric Disordero Substance/M edication-induced Depressive Disorder

o Unspecified Depressive Disorder

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Depression and the Family

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Depression and the Family

▷ Depression can exist within the family in many ways

▷ Can create hostility, tension and disruption in family dynamics

▷ Can increase likelihood of communication barriers within family

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Depression and the Family

Might look like:

▷ “I don’t like soccer anymore, Mom” ○ Reduction of social activities

▷ “I’m just not happy in my marriage”○ Changes in partner social functioning

▷ “I can’t seem to remember to pick up the kids from school”○ Changes in parenting skills & responsibilities

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What Can We Do?

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Self-Monitor

Track, m onitor, rate our daily m oods and em otional

disturbances, lack of energy, som atic sym ptom s

Light Therapy

R esearch show s light therapy boxes and/or SA D lam ps are an effective w ay of reducing sym ptom s of

SA D

Physical Activity

Physical activity is show n to increase levels of serotonin,

and has other health benefits, reducing depressive sym ptom s

Socialization

Stay social! R esearch show s that hum ans are social creatures, are genetically w ired for connection, and a

sense of belonging decreases depression

Sleep Hygiene

M aintaining good sleep habits is im portant for SA D

sufferers. Poor sleep contributes to depression, and depression contributes to poor sleep.

Psychotherapy & Medication

Psychotherapy can help you: change negative

thoughts, learn w ays to cope w ith SA D and m anage stress.

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Monitor yourself and others

▷ Monitor ourselves by gathering data!○ Track emotions and progress through

1. Daily mood chart2. Mood journal3. Technology: Apps

○ Rate yourself each day, using scales 1-10 (1=very low, depressed & 10 = best I’ve felt)

○ Examine trends & life events that may impact mental health

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Light Therapy

▷ Exposure to special light can help regulate serotonin/ melatonin activity in the brain, encouraging production of Vitamin D

▷ Ask yourself:○ Is it made specifically for depression?○ How bright is it?○ How much UV light does it release?○ Can it cause eye damage?

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Physical Activity

▷ Minimum of 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise on most days of the week○ Does not need to be continuous

▷ Being active in as many ways as possible each day

▷ Schedule out days to integrate physical activity

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Stay Social

▷ Plan a game night

▷ Solidify dates on your calendar

▷ Go out to lunch during the week

▷ Enjoy a movie night with each other

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Stay Social

▷ An inner sense of connection can be nurtured and built:○ Give, share, support, & do acts of

services and kindness for others○ Take care of oneself○ Ask for help when you need it

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Sleep Hygiene

▷ Get between 7-8 hours of sleep

▷ Maintain a nightly routine or bedtime ritual

▷ If naps are needed – keep them between 25-30 minutes

▷ Apps are available to help increase and track sleep

▷ Increase complementary health approaches

▷ Avoid sedative hypnotics if possible

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Psychotherapy

▷ ”Talk therapy”○ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy■ Identify and change negative thoughts and

behaviors that may be increasing feelings■ Reduce avoidance behavior and scheduling

activities■ Learn to manage stress■ Learn relaxation techniques■ Experience emotional catharsis

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Medication

▷ Some people benefit from antidepressant treatment, especially if symptoms are severe

▷ It may take several weeks to notice full benefits from an antidepressant

▷ You may need to try different medications to find the right fit for you

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Additional Resources

▷ FamilyAware.org: Depression Symptoms Toolkit for Families

▷ https://www.apa.org/pi/families/resources/newsletter/2014/05/families-parental-depression

▷ https://www.nami.org/Press-Media/In-The-News/2016/A-Comprehensive-Guide-to-the-Best-Mental-Health-Re (National Alliance of Mental Illness)

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Thank you!Any Questions

Rachel P. Jacoby – [email protected] D. Ausloos – [email protected]

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