Depression

SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION

There are many reasons why people will develop depression, it can be caused by internal factors (that is originating from a biochemical change in the body and brain) or from external factors such as the loss of a loved one or personal tragedy.

Common Symptoms of Depression:

• Frequent crying spells for no apparent reason.
• Disliking the self.
• Thoughts of suicide
• Sleep Disturbances, unable to sleep
• Dramatic change in eating patterns ie Loss of appetite
• Persistent fatigue
• speech slowed, reduced not spontaneous
• Distorted self image
• Constant criticism for the self and or others.
• Loss of enjoyment of pleasurable activities.