Depression symptoms can vary greatly because different people experience depression in different ways. A 25-year-old man with depression may not have the same symptoms as a 70-year-old man, for instance.
For some people, depression symptoms are so severe that it's obvious something isn't right. Others may feel generally miserable or unhappy without really knowing why.
Find Out if You Have Symptoms of Depression:
Take the Depression Self-Assessment Test
Symptoms of depression include:
■Loss of interest in normal daily activities
■Feeling sad or down
■Feeling hopeless
■Crying spells for no apparent reason
■Problems sleeping
■Trouble focusing or concentrating
■Difficulty making decisions
■Unintentional weight gain or loss
■Irritability
■Restlessness
■Being easily annoyed
■Feeling fatigued or weak
■Feeling worthless
■Loss of interest in sex
■Thoughts of suicide or suicidal behavior
■Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches
The Mayo Clinic defines Depression as one of the most common health conditions in the world.
Depression isn't a weakness, nor is it something that you can simply "snap out of."
Depression, formally called major depression, major depressive disorder or clinical depression, is a medical illness that involves the mind and body. It affects how you think and behave and can cause a variety of emotional and physical problems.
You may not be able to go about your usual daily activities, and depression may make you feel as if life just isn't worth living anymore.
If you feel that way... there is help!
Social support: Tap this tool to reduce stress
Also
See the Mayo Clinic's Depression Blog with Mayo Clinic psychiatrist Gabrielle J. Melin, M.D. including:
- Depression and Massage --> May 19, 2009
- Using Medication for Depression --> May 13, 2009
- Alternative Medicine Treatment --> April 25, 2009
- Repeat Episodes of Depression --> February 13, 2009
- and much more...
■ National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
■ Go to the nearest hospital or emergency room
■ Call your physician, health provider or clergy
■ National Alliance on Mental Illness
www.nami.org
Sources: www.mayoclinic.com/ --> Retrieved May 26, 2009
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