Depression Symptoms WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Depression Symptoms
A person suffering a major depressive episode almost always reports a pervasive low mood, and loss of interest or pleasure in favorite activities. They may ruminate over or be preoccupied with feelings of worthlessness, inappropriate or exaggerated guilt or regret, helplessness or hopelessness. Other symptoms include poor concentration and memory, withdrawal from social situations, family gatherings and activities with friends, reduced libido (sex drive), and thoughts of death or suicide. Insomnia is a common symptom; the typical pattern is one of early morning wakening where the person reports waking up very early and being unable to get back to sleep. Hypersomnia, or oversleeping, is less common. Appetite is often decreased, with resulting weight loss, although increase and weight gain occasionally occurs. The patient may report persistent physical symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, digestive problems, or chronic pain, or describe feeling "slowed down" or sluggish. Family or friends may note the person appears agitated or slowed down. ...more from Wikipedia
Fast Facts:
- The onset of depression is highest between the ages of 30 and 40.1
- The risk is increased in the first year after childbirth, and after cardiovascular and neurological illnesses such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis.1
- Children may show different symptoms depending on age and situation.1
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Wikipedia: Signs and Symptoms of Depression
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- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Contributor: Jacky Gamble
- Reviewer: Tara Salamone
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Signs of Depression, Symptoms of Depression, Depression Signs
- Last update: Jul. 19, 2009
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