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May be I have symptoms of depression.
How to know if you have depression or not.. and if so, what type it is and how to know what will help.
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The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterises major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide. People may experience: Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or sadness Behavioural: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, restlessness, or social isolation Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, or loss of appetite Cognitive: lack of concentration, slowness in activity, or thoughts of suicide Weight: weight gain or weight loss Also common: poor appetite or repeatedly going over thoughts
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If you persistently feel low, have decreased intrest in day to activities, sleep and appetite are decreased,plus many other symptoms, you should get yourself assessed by a Psychiatrist for help
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Feeling sad, fatigue, Decreased interest are the main symptoms, But you should have detailed history to say that a person is having Depression.
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