Symptoms of depression: Every year, about 9.5 percent of the American population suffers from depression. Depression is a serious illness that affects day to day life and destroys families. It is a disorder that controls the mind and its functions leading to a deep sense of hunger, lack of sleep, mood changes and hopelessness.

what are the symptoms of depression?

Symptoms of depression are diverse and severity varies over time. And, according to experts, depression can be a hereditary disorder, or can be caused by life-threatening illnesses or stress. Other causes are certain illnesses, medicines, medicines, alcohol or mental illnesses. Women are seen to experience depression more than men and are attributed to hormonal swings, menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy, miscarriage, pre-menopause and post-menopause.

Common symptoms are depression:

1. An unhappy sorrow, anxiety, or nothingness.

2. Pessimistic pessimistic with pessimistic feelings.

3. Supreme guilt, feelings of helplessness, and no sense of self-worth.

4. Energy, slow metabolism, and level of activity. To be constantly tired.

5. A feeling of helplessness with increasing inability to meditate and insincere.

6. Loss of sound and development of excessive insomnia.

7. Healthy weight loss or weight gain. Afflicted by loss of appetite or loss of food.

8.Broading and suicidal bowing.

9. Irritability, short temperament, as well as restlessness.

10. Pain such as headaches, digestive disorders and chronic pain without any specific reason.

If you experience any of the above with a noticeable change in behavior, consult your doctor. He will give you a thorough examination to find out the physical causes for depression as well as any underlying medical problems. He will then recommend that you consult a psychiatrist or psychologist if necessary.

Take matters in hand and try and erase negativity from your mind. Cut through the conditions of your life such as tiredness, futility, and despair. Change your life by setting some goals to yourself. Try and relax, meditate, and enjoy the music. Start new activities that absorb your time as well as interests. Go out and meet people and participate in group activities. Avoid association with negative people. Make up your mind to enjoy a movie, ballgame, family outing, picnic or trek. Be positive, be confident and believe in yourself. Faith in itself is a great healer. Decide to change your world for the better. However, follow the doctor’s advice. Treatment may include antidepressants, psychotherapy, as well as lifestyle changes. In extreme cases, electroconvulsive therapy or light therapy are prescribed.

If your depression increases or you seek the help of your family physician or health care provider to commit suicide. Call a local health department, a community mental health center, or a hospital or clinic. Someone will extend a helping hand and talk to you in times of crisis.