Depression is characterized by a persistently depressed, but low mood experienced by those with depression is not same as sadness experienced on a regular basis. Excessive irritation or wrath can sometimes accompany a depressed mood.Depression may lack interest in things that he previously enjoyed, thus may not continue hobbies as vigorously as he once did. One may have low energy all the times, leading to low activity level, and may even stop doing fundamental daily tasks like brushing their teeth and showering. Other symptoms of depression include frequently crying, becoming overly sensitive, losing confidence, reducing social connections and finding it difficult to concentrate on tasks/work as well as before. Some people with depression have memory problems and become forgetful as a result of their focus problems. Sleep & appetite can be affected as well. Some people with depression experience a decrease in sleep and/or appetite, while others experience excessive sleep / hunger. Few people suffering from depression can begin to feel pessimistic about the future& life, and they can wish to die or make suicide plans or may attempt for same.

Identifying Depression

• Continuously feeling low.
• Not able to enjoy things which were enjoyed earlier.
• Feeling lack of energy or getting tired very soon.
• Reducing level of confidence.
• Reducing concentration.
• Difficulty in sleeping and lack of appetite.
• A sense of hopelessness.
• No or minimum desire for life.
• Multiple unexplained physical symptoms.
• Feeling difficulty in completing the usual tasks, domestic or social.

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