Major Depression Treatment, Rehabilitation & Recovery Services

A severe and debilitating depressive condition is often known as major depression. It can have a huge effect on the quality of life of the sufferer, affecting their ability to function on a day to day level.

Major depression is not simply a passing sad mood that can be snapped out of. It is a chronic illness that has a serious impact on physical and psychological health. However, if you or a loved one is suffering from major depression it's important to know that it is treatable. Even those experiencing the worst symptoms are able to recover.

At The Causeway Retreat we offer proven major depression treatment and counselling to help you work through your condition in a unique, private and tranquil setting.

Symptoms of major depression

Major depression shares many of the same characteristics as other forms of clinical depression, but symptoms present themselves often to a much greater degree. For example, sufferers may feel so fatigued and anxious that they are unable to perform basic daily tasks such as visiting a local shop. Major depression sufferers are also more likely to attempt suicide.

Symptoms of major depression include:

Intense feelings of hopelessness and despair,
Fatigue and low energy,
Self harm and suicidal thoughts,
Social withdrawal and irritability,
Regularly on the brink of tears,
Anxiety and panic attacks,
Extreme weight loss or weight gain,
Nausea and digestive problems,
Unexplained aches and pains,
Insomnia.

Women are twice as likely to experience symptoms of major depression as men. If you have an intense depressive episode, it is likely that you will have similar phases a few times a year.

Treating major depression at The Causeway Retreat

At The Causeway Retreat near London we offer the most modern evidence based treatments available. Our medications and cognitive behavioural therapies have been recommended to us by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE).

However, we also believe that major depression treatment works best in a relaxed and therapeutic environment. Your personalised programme may also include nutritional plans and exercise. We believe that careful attention to these areas leads to a more natural and lasting recovery and a reduced reliance on antidepressants and anti-anxiety pills.

At The Causeway Retreat your privacy, comfort and wellbeing are our top priority. Contact us to find out how you or a loved one can receive expert care and begin a tailored recovery programme.

The Causeway Retreat is approved by almost all major insurance companies, such as BUPA, Allianz, Standard Life, Aetna and AXA PPP