SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

Signs and symptoms of depression often go beyond feeling sad or down. Below is a list of other symptoms that may be a sign of depression.

• Having no energy or being unable to concentrate



• Experiencing irritability for no apparent reason



• Feeling down or sad for more than two weeks and having these feelings interfere with your daily life and activities



• Having previously been depressed



• Harming oneself, believing things will not change or get better



• Decreased interest or pleasure in hobbies or activities that were once enjoyed



• Changes in appetite, leading to significant weight loss or weight gain



• Changes in sleeping pattern



• Withdrawal from social aspects of one’s life



• Feeling restless or ‘slowed down’



• Lack of or significant changes in motivation



• Decreased ability to make decisions



• Having thoughts of suicide or death