How could i know if i have depression?

You probably do: If you are thinking about depression you probably do have some degree of depression/ sadness. See your doctor.

Depression: Sadness, losing interest in normally-enjoyable activities, changes in appetite/sleep/energy level, lack of concentration, recurring negative thoughts.

Symptoms: Depresison is defined by a set of symptoms. These symptoms can include low mood, loss of interest and enjoyment, decreased energy, trouble focusing or concentrating, changes in appetite, sleep troubles, and even possibly suicidal thoughts. These symptoms may be present to varying degrees. If you have any or all of these symptoms, you should speak with your physician about treatment options.

Symptoms: Insomnia feeling of helpnessness overeating or lack of appetite difficulty cocentrating irritability loss of interest in pleasurable activities lack of energy or fatigue sad feelings and emptiness suicidal thoughts you dont have to have all the symptoms it varies from person to person and degree of depression.

See a psychiatrist,: Psychologist or physician for diagnosis. If you have depression, you may feel unhappy (sad, angry, irritable, scared) much of the time. Sleeping too much or too little ; eating too much or too little may occur. One could also experience isolation from friends, loss of motivation, inability to feel pleasure as well as feelings of helpless, hopeless, useless or guilt. Sometimes a person may want to.

See a psychiatrist: You should see a psychiatrist or other mental health professional. Some symptoms of depression include low mood, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, changes in sleep and appetite, poor concentration, guilt and worry, low energy, and suicidal thinking.

Have an evaluation: It sounds like depression is the major issue here and it can contribute to lack of sleep, decreased motivation, and other symptoms. Help is available and can be very beneficial. A combination of medication and counseling is usually a good course of action to start with. Your primary doctor is often a good a safe place to start.

Seek psychiatric : Evaluation. Depressive sx's may include low mood, irritability, anger, ^ or v sleep, change in appetite, feelings of helplessness or hopelessness, v energy, v self-esteem, feelings of guilt. V motivation, absence of joy, v concentration, v memory ; suicidal thoughts.

Seek therapy: Find a good therapist and first find out why you are depressed then work on coping skills to deal with whatever is bothering you. Therapy is quite effective and you can feel better. Everyone needs help once in a while. It is the smart thing to do.

Possible signs...: There are many signs that may suggest depression, such as: feelings of sadness or hopelessness, angry outbursts or irritability, loss of interest in normal activities, sleep disturbances, tiredness or a lack of energy, either weight gain or weight loss due to appetite changes, anxiety or restlessness, slowed thinking, feeling worthless, etc... Seeing one's primary care doctor is a good start.

Common: Symptoms of depression are sadness, fatigue, low drive, isolation, avoidance of others, poor appetite, poor sleep, irritability etc. If you have any or most of these symptoms see a doctor for a full diagnosis and begin some treatment plan.

Some thoughts...: There are many signs that may suggest depression, such as: feelings of sadness or hopelessness, angry outbursts or irritability, loss of interest in normal activities, sleep disturbances, tiredness or a lack of energy, either weight gain or weight loss due to appetite changes, anxiety or restlessness, slowed thinking, feeling worthless, etc... Seeing one's primary care doctor is a good start.