Depression - A mood Disorder

The main sign that can see in people who are suffering from depression is a long-lasting mood swing. Depression is a mood disorder, feeling depressed mood, sadness, helplessness, hopelessness, and worthlessness. They did not have an interest in all things that usually bring pleasure. 

While we all feel sad, moody, or low from time to time, some people experience these feelings intensely, for a long time (weeks, months, or maybe years), and sometimes without any apparent reason. 

The severity of depression varies from one person to another one.   

Severe depression – People suffering from severe depression have depression that affects all aspects of their lives, physically and psychologically.

Moderate depression – People suffering from depression usually have several symptoms related to depression, and their lives are affected by these symptoms.

Mild depression – With mild depression, a person will have at least five depression symptoms, and their lives are only mildly affected.

What are the Signs of Depressions?

Depressed People do not seem to care anymore – they might have lost interest in their work, hobbies, sex, or other pleasurable activities. They often withdraw themselves from social activities and relationships with friends or family.

A depressed person has a negative outlook – they often feel sad, moody, short-tempered, or irritable. They speak of a feeling of hopelessness. 

Depressed Person complains of physical pain – Headaches, back pain, and stomach pains often found in those with depression. They might also complain of exhaustion.

A depressed person has changed sleeping schedule – sleeps quite usually or not enough. It might cause them to be forgetful, disorganized, or indecisive.

Depressed Person changes their eating habits – Those who are depressed often eat more or less than usual, a weight gain or loss.