Typical symptoms of Depression
Depression affects each person differently. The first step is to recognise the symptoms of depression.
Symptoms include:
- Depressed mood (persistent sadness, anxious or “empty” feelings)
- Decreased ability to manage one’s emotions
- Feelings of hopelessness
- Feelings of anger and irritability
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness and/ or helplessness
- Loss of interest and motivation in activities or hobbies once deemed pleasurable
- Increased fatigue and lack of energy
- Impaired thinking, e.g. poor concentration and attention
- Change in sleep patterns, e.g. insomnia, early morning wakefulness, excessive sleeping
- Change in appetite or weight
- Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps or digestive problems
- Having bleak and gloomy outlook, including thoughts of death or suicide
There is no shame to admit that you are suffering from depression.
If popping a few Panadols doesn’t help make your headache better after a
few days, you go and see a doctor. In the same way, if you tried
helping yourself to snap out of your low moods and it is not getting any
better, you should get professional help.
Speak to someone close to you - like a family member or friend, or someone you trust – it may be your teacher or school counsellor. Sometimes, sharing your worries and thoughts with another person may help you feel better. But, if this doesn’t help, get professional help. If you don’t know where to turn to, see your family doctor and he will be able help you. You may also want to call or write in to CHAT for a free assessment and advice.
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