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Research Notes on How to Recognize the Signs of Depression
Depression can strike anyone. In the United States, close to 21 million adults suffer from depression. Many of those suffering from depression do not seek help because they do not recognize the signs. Possible signs of depression include changes in sleep or eating patterns, restlessness, difficulty with making decisions, crying spells, unexplained lack of energy, feelings of helplessness or hopelessness and thoughts of death.1 Many people who are depressed also experience headaches and pain in the muscles and joints.2
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- Key signs to be aware of include loss of interest in daily activities and loss of pleasure in things you previously enjoyed.1
- Irritability is an often overlooked sign of depression.2
- If you see signs of possible depression in someone, talk to them about how they are feeling.1
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Charity Guide: Recognize Symptoms of Depression
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Health.com: How to Recognize the Symptoms of Depression
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- Contributor: Catherine Kowalski
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- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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