12 Signs of Depression:
NOTE: The following are symptoms of depression, but it doesn't mean you defintely have depression.
However, if you are experiencing 5 or more of these symptoms within a 2 week period and it's severe enough to cause noticeable problems in day-to-day activities, such as school, social activities or relationships with others.
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Depression may occur only once during your life, but people typically have multiple episodes. How do you know if you are depressed?
Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters
Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as hobbies or sports
Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much
Tiredness and lack of energy, so even small tasks take extra effort
Reduced appetite and weight loss or increased cravings for food and weight gain
Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things
Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches
Frequent or recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide