Depression knows no restriction and therefore it affects people of all background, at all ages of life, and all religions. Even people with all comforts in life can experience depression.
Depression is totally different from feeling sad from time-to-time, and it can affect everything you do in normal life. It should not be taken lightly as doctors believe that among psychological problems, depression is the main factor which usually leads to suicide attempts. So it is very important to find out when you are depressed.
It can be done by understanding some very common symptoms mentioned below:
Volatile Mood: One of the major signs of depression is a volatile mood and loss of interest in most of the activities. These symptoms must be taken seriously and one should seek immediate medical help.
Aches And Pains: Back pain, headaches, sore muscles, and digestive issues are not only because of the body is not well. They all can be signs be depression. There could be a biological connection between physical pain and depression.
“Listen to your body, and don’t chalk pain up to simply aging or muscle injury,” says Freda Lewis-Hall, M.D., DFAPA, Chief Patient Officer, and Executive Vice President, Pfizer.
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Lack Of Concentration: Losing concentration one in a while is totally normal but if this is happening all the time, you may be depressed. Misplacing everyday objects and forgetting things mean you are depressed. People having depression struggle to take in new information efficiently and quickly.
Sudden Weight Loss Or Gain: When you are depressed, the body releases stress hormones that can reduce appetite. Also, changes in your immune system and metabolism can cause you to overeat.
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Lack Of Sleep: We sometimes found it difficult to get proper sleep. But if you are persistently having difficulty sleeping, it may a sign of depression. Also, some people may feel a loss of energy and experience fatigue while waking up in the morning.
Indecisiveness: If indecisiveness persists, it could be a symptom of depression.
