SYMPTOMS FOR DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY

Common Symptoms. A depressive episode can be categorised as being mild, moderate or severe. This can depend on the severity and frequency of symptoms, including the impact on the sufferer’s functioning.

MENTAL SYMPTOMS

Depressed mood most of the day, with mornings being the worst time

Sad and teary

Overwhelmed

Angry or irritable

Anxious and restless

Excessive guilt

Lacking in self-worth and confidence

Feelings of disappointment and hopelessness about the future.

Pessimistic and empty.

And may also experience thoughts about dying or suicidal ideation.

Interestingly, it is not only the mind that is affected, but this mental health condition can produce physical symptoms such as:

Insomnia or excessive sleeping almost every day

Appetite change, with or without weight loss or gain

Feeling of tiredness and lack of energy, as well as feeling run down or sick almost everyday Forgetfulness, poor concentration and indecisive, and

Headaches, muscle pain, digestive issues, joint pain and other aches and pains.