8 Early Warning Signs of Depression
Mental issues are still taboo in many societies, and many often hesitate to take professional help for the treatment of mental health issues. Depression, in particular, is a commonly misunderstood, or even ignored, condition. The “everyone goes through it” attitude is dangerous when dealing with patients of the condition as they certainly do not need someone telling them that their worrying is useless. Here are some common early warning signs of depression that one needs to watch out for: Hopelessness Depression is a mood disorder that makes one feel hopeless about life in general. Worthlessness, self-hate, and guilt over little as well as major things are other feelings associated with the condition. An early warning sign of depression is that the patient may blame themselves for their condition or begin to think that everything in life is meaningless. Increased fatigue and disturbed sleep Lack of energy and an overwhelming feeling of fatigue are often associated with depression, and these may lead to increased lethargy. This may further lead to sleepiness or excessive sleeping during the day and insomnia at night. Also, the disturbed sleep patterns further increase irritation and frustration, worsening anxiety. Changes in appetite and weight Depression can lead to people either eating too much or too little, which can result in weight gain or loss, respectively.