My husband seams to anger easily and lays around when not at work . could he be depressed? what are the signs ?

Depression common: Low mood, decrease in energy, easy tiredness, anger and irritability with loss or pleasure in previously pleasurable activities can happen in depression. Discuss with him and get him to his pcp first who can diagnose and treat depression, its very treatable.

Maybe. : Irritability, withdrawal and loss of motivation are typical symptoms of medical depressive disorder. These symptoms need to be present for at least six months. Other sx include sadness, feelings of worthlessness, lassitude, inattention, sleep disruption, sluggishness. See nimh site for more http://www.Nimh.Nih.Gov/health/publications/depression/what-are-the-signs-and-symptoms-of-depression.Shtml.

Yes: Could be depression, frustration, job stress, psychological disorder, personality disorder, etc. Of course counseling could help, but money ; motivation problematic. In california many angry hyper-testosterone types with excessive anger secretly use non- addictive cannabis "to chill", ; they do so with intention ; conscious regard to be more pleasant and considerate husbands and fathers.