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How do you know you are really going towards depression any signs i should look out for ?

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Sx: Sleep & appetite disturbance difficulty concentrating loss of energy increased irritability hard to have fun social withdrawal have to push self everything is an effort preoccupation with negative topics difficulting making decisions feelings of helplessness & hopelessness thoughts of giving up/suicide (many described by greeks 500 bc--don't have to have all of them).

Answered 5/11/2016

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Depression symptoms: Symptoms of depression include : a loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy, difficulty concentrating, change in sleep and/or appetite, fatigue, feelings of hopelessness, sadness, poor motivation, and irritabiliy. These symptoms can adversely affect your ability to function at home and/or at work. If you find yourself having these symptoms most days than not, see your doctor.

Answered 5/12/2016

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