Saturday, February 20, 2010

Are You Depressed?

Are You Depressed? The Signs and Symptoms of Depression

If you experience five or more of these symptoms for more than 2 weeks, or they're severe enough to interfere with your daily routine, seek professional help:

  • A persistent sad, anxious, or empty mood
  • Sleeping too little or too much
  • Reduced appetite and weight loss or increased appetite and weight gain
  • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed
  • Restlessness or irritability
  • Persistent physical symptoms that don't respond to treatment
  • Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Fatigue or loss of energy
  • Feeling guilty, hopeless, or worthless
  • Thoughts of death or suicide
Stress management is important in fighting depression.

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