The following are sings of depression. If you’re experiencing one or more of them, see your doctor or a mental health care provider.
Despair: persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, worthlessness; excessive crying; inappropriate guilt; recurring thoughts of suicide or death,
Apathy: loss of interest in activities, including sex.
Trouble concentrating: difficulty making decisions, restlessness.
Fatigue: loss of energy, constantly feeling tired.
Low self-esteem: poor self-image, misdirected guilt.
Sleep or eating problems: changes in weight or appetite, changes in sleep patterns or early-morning waking.
Poor hygiene: often manifested in sloppy appearance.
Persistent physical ailments: headaches or digestive problems, for example.