What are the signs and symptoms of depression?

Typical symptoms of depression include:

 - Feelings of low self worth combined with a sense of hopelessness and helplessness 

 - Loss of interest in activities that would normally be enjoyable

 - Energy loss and general lethargy

 - Persistent negative thoughts and pessimistic outlook

 - Disturbed sleep, waking early or over sleeping

 - Social withdrawal and isolating

 - Appetite changes - craving certain foods, over eating or under eating

 - Weight gain or weight loss

 - In more severe cases, thoughts of self harm
 
For more information visit our page on depression symptoms.