Depression is a medical illness that is classed as a mood disorder. It is also known as clinical depression or major depressive disorder. It can have an impact on how you feel and your capacity to function on a daily basis.
Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
Angriness , frustration or irritability over small matters
Loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities, such as sports, hobbies, sex, etc.
Insomnia or sleeping too much
Tiredness and low of energy even in small tasks take extra effort
Loss of appetite and weight loss or increased cravings for food and weight gain
Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches
Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things
Frequent or recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide
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