What are the signs and symptoms?
The signs and symptoms of depression may be different from one person to the next, especially depending on
which type of depression you are experiencing.6 General symptoms may include one or more of the following: 6,7
• Feelings of sadness, anxiety or emptiness that won’t go away
• Feeling hopeless and/or pessimistic
• Feeling guilty, worthless and/or helpless
• Feeling irritable or frustrated, even over minor issues
• Loss of interest in activities or hobbies you once enjoyed, including sex
• Feeling tired or low on energy
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, or making decisions
• Difficulty falling asleep, early-morning wakefulness, or oversleeping
• Overeating or loss of appetite
• Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
• Thoughts of suicide, or even attempting suicide
• Crying spells, for no apparent reason
• Aches and pains, headaches, cramps or digestive problems that don’t go away, even with treatment