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Symptoms of Depression
Depression has many causes and many mysterious triggers. Recognizing the symptoms is a first step in healing.
- A persistent sad, anxious or “empty” feeling
- Loss of satisfaction with life
- Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness or helplessness
- Diminished capacity to give or receive affection
- Loss of interest or pleasure in ordinary activities
- Sleep disturbances (including early-morning waking, insomnia or oversleeping)
- Eating disturbances (including weight gain or loss and changes in appetite)
- Physical aches and pains ( including headaches and lower back pain)
- Excessive crying, restlessness, irritability or hyperactivity
- Decreased energy, fatigue or slow thinking
- Difficulty in concentrating, remembering or making decisions
- Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts
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