Does anyone know the signs of depression? I want to know if Im depressed.?

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Your answers are appreciated.

Answer 1

Go to revolutionhealth.com..enter in the search bar on this site "depression" hope that helps you,it will tell you all the signs!

Answer 2

You Don't Want To Get Out Of Bed, Nothing Interests You, You Cry For Reasons You're Not Sure Of....You Feel Helpless Over Simple Things, Your House Gets Messy And You Don't Know Where To Begin Cleaning Up Because You Feel Overwhelmed, You Snap At Everyone, You Become Irritable, You Don't Want To Be Bothered, You Become Antisocial, You Look In The Mirror And You Feel Ugly, No Matter What You Wear Nothing Feels Right, You Always Have A Bad Hair Day And Your Face Never Looks Good To You, You Either Lose Your Appetite Or You Eat Too Much, Your Partner And Your Children If You Have Them Irritate You, You Feel Unfulfilled And You Feel Alone As If No One Understands Or Cares, You Either Can't Get Enough Sleep Or All You Want To Do Is Sleep, Your Mind Starts Racing, All Your Debts, Anxieties, Traumas, Insecurities Swirl Around In Your Mind And You Just Sit There And Cry And Cry And Cry, You Feel Like A Loser, You Feel At The End Of Your Rope.........You Feel ,Well,.............Depressed........ I Suggest You Seek Proper Professional Attention Immediately....There Is A Light At The End Of The Tunnel......Seek And You Shall Find It.............

Answer 3

The main signs of depression are, if you are thinking about death & suicide. You lose interest in things you often liked to do. You have random aches and pains and you always feel like being in bed. You gain or lose weight, low self esteem, you can't sleep, and the list can go on forever, depending on the person. If you think you are depressed then you should talk to a friend/family member and go get some help before your problem becomes something big. Good luck with everything.!

Answer 4

Signs of Depression

Q: What are the warning signs of depression (other than "feeling sad") and what can be done about it? Also, please tell us about the herb St. John�s Wort and if it can be used to treat depression.



A: Depression, for many, is a slow, almost imperceptible process in which life, in varying degrees, begins to lose its meaning. Research demonstrates a measurable depletion of certain chemicals in the brain; this is the foundation for many of the drugs used to treat this condition.

The following are warning signs of depression and should be taken seriously if one regularly experiences them:


Depressed mood

Loss of appetite for food

Difficulty sleeping or sleeping much more than usual

A sense of helplessness and hopelessness

Thoughts about suicide

Loss of interest in the activities of daily living (work, play, time with family and friends)

Unusual irritability

Feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt

Diminished ability to think or concentrate
If you are experiencing up to five of these symptoms for more than two weeks, this may represent a serious depressive episode. If so, see your doctor as soon as possible. Treatment may include counseling, medication, and in severe cases hospitalization.

A depressive illness can be serious, necessitating evaluation by an objective professional.

Hope this was helpful ;<)

Answer 5

i guess if you think your depressed then you probably are... but who am i to say so.... i looked it up instead hope it helps! X]

Depression is more than just the normal, temporary feelings of sadness and hopelessness associated with difficult life events. The symptoms of depression are often subtle at first. It can be hard to recognize that symptoms may be connected and that you might have depression. Common symptoms include:

Depressed mood.
Inability to enjoy activities.
Problems concentrating.
Changes in eating habits or appetite.
Weight gain or weight loss.
Changes in sleeping habits.
Difficulty going to work or taking care of your daily responsibilities because of a lack of energy.
Feelings of guilt and hopelessness; wondering if life is worth living (common).
Slowed thoughts and speech.
Preoccupation with thoughts of death or suicide.
Complaints that have no physical cause (somatic complaints) such as headache and stomachache.
All of these symptoms can interfere with your quality of life. Even if you don't have major depression, if you have experienced a few of these symptoms for at least 2 weeks you may have a less severe form of depression that still requires treatment.

How is it treated?

Depression is usually treated successfully with professional counseling, antidepressant medication, or a combination of the two. Often a combination of the two is most effective. People with depression usually can be treated as outpatients, but in severe cases a period of hospitalization may be necessary.

If you have mild or moderate depression, you may be diagnosed and treated by your family health professional and a therapist or psychologist. If you have severe depression or other psychological disorders or do not respond to treatment, a psychiatrist, a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems, may be helpful.

Let your health professional know if you suspect that you have depression, because it is often overlooked. If you are diagnosed with depression, you and your health professional can decide on the best treatment. The earlier you are treated, the more quickly you will recover. 1

How common is depression?

If you have symptoms of depression, you are not alone. In the United States, an estimated 15% of people will have depression at some point in life, and chances of becoming depressed are even higher for certain people. For example:

Women experience depression twice as often as men, although men are more likely to commit suicide as a result of depression. 2
Separated or divorced individuals, especially men, are more likely than married people to become depressed.
People who have a serious illness are more likely to suffer

Answer 6

Hi there, I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a tough time. I hope this helps:
Each person is different but some symptoms include:

always feeling sad

irritable

feeling worthless, helpless and hopeless

lack of interest and energy

suicidal thoughts

If you've been feeling like this for a few weeks, I would think that it's best to seek help quickly. Don't let it drag on. Besides, it's terrible to feel this way and since help is available and help is quite effective, you can set the ball rolling to start feeling better. You can do it.

Answer 7

Typically people think of depression as saddness.

Depression in people, though is more complicated than that.
Functioning in numerous areas is somewhat inhibited, or lacking. Fears and anxiety can be present. Pain and physical discomforts are prominent, but may not be from a specific known cause. Emotions are not their usual. Concentration and thinking abilities may be 'off'. There may be disruptions in sleep or health. Grief or concerns may be at the root of your problems.

Depression happens when your brain is functioning on less of the chemicals than it needs to keep you healthy all over.

Answer 8

There are many signs and symptoms of depression.
A couple of good websites to check out are:
www.dbsalliance.org and www.mayoclinic.com

There's a lot of help for depression these days--therapy and medications. Best of luck. I hope these websites help.

Answer 9

I think that many people can suffer from different signs of depression. For example one person may feel hopeless why the other person is withdrawn. Go here to learn more about it.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clinical_depression

Answer 10

Sadness throughout the day, nearly every day
Loss of interest in or enjoyment of your favorite activities
Feeling of worthlessness
Excessive or inappropriate feelings of guilt
Thoughts of death or suicide
Trouble making decisions
Fatigue or lack of energy
Sleeping too much or too little
Change in appetite or weight
Trouble concentrating
Aches and pains
Restlessness
See the link below for a self assessment check list. If you have it please don't suffer any longer and get help. Good luck!