Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs

Learn more about depression symptoms and warning signs.

There’s a difference between normal bouts of sadness and depression. This serious health condition is caused by physical changes in the brain. It is not a result of personal weakness or character defect. Similar to a physical health condition, depression can severely disrupt a person’s life — but it is also very treatable. That’s why it’s important to recognize depression symptoms and warning signs and to seek help.

General depression symptoms and warning signs

There are many common depression symptoms and warning signs, but not all depression looks the same. Some people may even appear happy, successful, and outgoing while suffering silently on the inside.

Emotional

Consistently sad or irritable mood
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt

Cognitive

Difficulty thinking or concentrating
Recurrent thoughts of death or suicide

Physical

Significant increase or decrease in weight or appetite
Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
Restlessness
Moving and talking more slowly than normal
Loss of energy

Online screening is not diagnostic but can help you find out if you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.

Online screening is not diagnostic but can help you find out if you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition.

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