Recession Leads to Depression for Some

A story in the Wednesday issue of Tennessean reported that the bad economy is sending more people to the therapist’s couch. Anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia and other emotional problems are on the upswing as worries about job stability and bills take their toll.

According to a 2008 survey by The American Psychological Association, 80% of Americans say the economy is stressing them out. And that applies even to workers who still have jobs.

One Nashville therapist said it’s an opportunity to remind his clients that there’s more to their lives than what they do for a living and how much money they make.

Has the current recession caused you to do any soul-searching about your lifestyle, goals and priorities?

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