If you
suffer from one or more of these chronic symptoms, you may need to
address treatment for depression. Not everyone who is depressed or
manic experiences every symptom. Some people experience a few
symptoms, some many. Severity of symptoms varies with individuals
and also varies over time.
(Source, NIH)
Persistent
sad, anxious, or "empty" mood
Feelings of
hopelessness, pessimism
Feelings of
guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
Loss of
interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once
enjoyed,
including sex
Decreased
energy, fatigue, being "slowed down"
Difficulty
concentrating, remembering, making decisions
Insomnia,
early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
Appetite
and/or weight loss or overeating and weight gain
Thoughts of death or suicide; suicide attempts
Restlessness, irritability
Persistent
physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as
headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain
Mania
Abnormal or
excessive elation
Unusual
irritability
Decreased
need for sleep
Grandiose
notions
Increased
talking
Racing
thoughts
Increased
sexual desire
Markedly
increased energy
Poor
judgment
Inappropriate social behavior
If you are experiencing signs of depression, seek help. Tell your
doctor, nutritional specialist, counselor, or someone trained to
work with this disorder.
Source: National Institute of Mental Health
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