What are symptoms and signs of depression?

Lasting and intense: Period of two weeks where one experiences depressed mood or loss of interest and at least 5 of the following: disturbances in sleep (excessive or insomnia), apathy, withdrawal, isolation, hopelessness, thoughts of death or suicide, lack of energy, impaired concentration, lethargy. Treated best with psychotherapy in combination with antidepressants.

Depression treatable: Depressed or sad mood, loss of enjoyment in pleasure able activities, appetite changes, excessive guilt, fatigue, concentration/ indecisiveness, suicidal thoughts or thoughts about death, and sleep problems. Anxiety and irritability are common too. Depression is treatable, so make sure to reach out to someone you trust for help.