What if i were to diagnose myself, what symptoms of depression would i look for?

Depends on type: Whether your periods stop altogether or whether they are just lighter depends on the type of birth control you choose. Some of the oral contraceptive pills allow your to have only 4 periods a year, some pills are monthly periods, Depo-Provera shots are every 3 months and you may have periods or break-through bleeding, implants vary , iuds usually heavier periods. Talk over your type with ob.

Depression Can Feel:: A mix of these & persists for more than few weeks: Get help: Symptoms vary day to day & may feel restless, hopeless, sad, angry, bored, helpless, tired, agitated, un focused, crying, or drained of emotion & uncaring, guilty, hollow or worthless, constantly sleeping or w/ insomnia, change in weight or appetite. Thoughts of death, or even suicide. Depression is VERY TREATABLE Reach out for help!

Many symptoms: There are many symptoms of depression including; Feeling depressed, sad or anxious, feeling hopeless or worthless, flat mood, physical slowness or agitation, reduced appetite and weight loss, reduced sleep especially early waking, loss of interest in sex, loss of energy or fatigue, memory issues, thoughts of harming yourself. Some may have increased appetite and weight gain or physical symptoms