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Depression Warning Signs


The warning signs of depression can include sadness, sleep disturbances, low energy, appetite changes, and poor motivation.1 Depression can affect family, work or school, sleeping and eating habits, and general health. In more severe cases the person may have delusions and hallucinations. Suicidal ideation may also be present.2

Fast Facts:

  • Symptoms of depression in children may include low self esteem, complaints about physical illness, and poor performance in school.3
  • Another symptom in adults can be a loss of sexual desire.4
  • Depression can ruin relationships and careers if left untreated.5


The Top 10 Resources on Depression Warning Signs

Selected by our Guides and Physician Review Team.

  1. Johns Hopkins University (via Yahoo Health): Depression: Watch for These Warning Signs
  2. Buzzle: Warning Signs of Depression
  3. About.com: Red Flags: Warning Signs of Depression
  4. Caring.com: 11 Warning Signs of Depression
  5. All About Life Challenges: What Are the Warning Signs of Depression?
  6. Youth Violence Prevention: Teen Depression Warning Signs
  7. Childhood Depression: Childhood Depression Warning Signs
  8. Carol Boulware, MFT, Ph.D.: 15 Warning Signs of Depression

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Research Notes References

  1. ↑ Johns Hopkins University (via Yahoo Health): Depression: Watch for These Warning Signs
  2. ↑ Wikipedia: Depression Signs and Symptoms
  3. ↑ Childhood Depression: Childhood Depression Warning Signs
  4. ↑ Carol Boulware, MFT, Ph.D.: 15 Warning Signs of Depression
  5. ↑ Buzzle: Warning Signs of Depression

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