• Can work related stress cause depression?

I have a very stressful job. I wonder if work-related stress can cause depression?

4 Answers

  • Internist
  • Santa Rosa, CA

A stressful job can cause depression.  It can also cause other symptoms, like sleep disturbances, chest pain, sexual performance issues, headaches, and stomach pain.  There are lots of non-pharmacologic ways to deal with stress.  Meditation, exercise, and psychotherapy can help. Over-the-counter and prescription medications are also available.  You may want to see your doctor about your options.

  • Psychologist | Clinical
  • Pasadena, CA

Hi, Thank you for your question. Work-related stress can contribute to depression and anxiety. Usually, there is a genetic component (family history of depression/anxiety) and then any kind of environmental stressor (work or relationships issues) can trigger a depressive episode. I recommend you seek out support from a mental health professional. I hope this has been helpful!

  • Counselor/Therapist | Mental Health
  • Cumberland, RI

The way an individual thinks and feels about their job or place of employment, can very well trigger depression, anxiety, and/or irritability. Frequent thought processes similar to: "I am not happy with my job", can at times lead to feelings of sadness, unmotivation, hopelessness, in turn triggering symptoms of depression.

  • Psychologist
  • Fort Myers, Florida

See this link...
https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/work-depression
and
https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/work-related-stress

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