Signs of Depression

Depression is a debilitating disorder that can strike at any age. Left untreated, depression can take the enjoyment out of life and can lead to a variety of problems, including problems with relationships, physical health, and emotional well-being.

Symptoms

• Depressed Mood
• Irritable
• Loss of interest in things that previously brought enjoyment.
• Weight loss or weight gain.
• Sleep Disturbance.
• Agitation
• Fatigue
• Feelings of worthlessness.
• Inability to concentrate.
• Thoughts of death and dying.
• Tearfulness

Common expressions frequently heard from individuals that are depressed.

• “I don’t feel like doing anything”
• “I get irritated with everybody.”
• “I’m just not interested any more.”
• “I don’t have the energy to do anything.”
• “I’m too tired.”
• “My body hurts.”
• “It won’t matter anyway.”
• “Nothing will help.”
• “I wish I just would go to sleep and not wake up.”
• “Why try?”
• “It is too hard to get up in the morning.”
• “I hate my life.”
• “I wish it would all end.”
• “I just want the pain to end.”
• “I can’t”