Divorce Related Depression & Anxiety Attacks

Familyeducation.com states that professionals define mental health as "being able to maintain mental balance during times of emotional stress." For many, divorce can generate a great deal of stress, causing them to suffer from depression and anxiety attacks.

The link between divorce and depression And Anxiety Attacks

• Divorcees often go through stages of grief in mourning their marriage

  Some find that moving on is not an easy task and experience the five stages of grief. DivorceTransitions.com lists each grief stage and how it may apply to some divorcees.

When to seek help for depression

• It is sometimes necessary to seek professional help in dealing with divorce.

  Your personal and family history of depression, willingness to move on and even the relationship you have with your ex-spouse help to determine if you are at risk of developing depression or anxiety. If you feel that your sadness does not gradually lift on its own, it may be time to seek professional help.

Anxiety or panic attacks

• Anxiety or panic attacks are episodes of overwhelming fear and panic that come with a host of physical symptoms. According to MayoClinic.com, some of these symptoms include shaking, sweating, difficulty breathing, chills, chest pain, dizziness, light-headedness, hyperventilation and sense of impending death.

When to seek help for anxiety attacks

• If you have experience anxiety attacks a continual basis since your divorce, you may have a panic disorder. Untreated, panic attacks tend to worsen.

Treatment for panic disorders

• Your family doctor can help you or he may refer you to a mental health professional for additional treatment, such as medication, and counseling for stress management in dealing with your divorce.