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Depression Symptoms

Depression can hit anyone at any age. Learn to recognize common depression symptoms in yourself and loved ones so that you can get support when needed.
Woman lying on bed feeling depressed.
Is Your Depression Coming Back? Signs of a Depression Relapse
By Arlin Cuncic
Man sitting at desk feeling stressed.
'What Is Wrong With Me?' What to Do If You Feel This Way
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
postpartum depression
How Does Your Depression Affect Your Family?
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Caucasian woman sitting in armchair holding legs
How to Identify Exactly What You're Feeling When You Have Depression
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
Michelle Obama
10 Celebrities Who Have Opened Up About Depression
By Nadra Nittle
A woman with a sad expression looking out the window.
Why Comparing Feelings Isn't Helpful
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
Man sleeping in bed.
How to Identify Depression Naps
By Emilia Benton
Man talking about depression with his doctor.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Depression
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Bored woman staring at her phone.
How to Cope When You've Lost Interest In Everything
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD
Tired looking woman sitting on steps wearing a mask.
7 Things You Can Do If You Feel Helpless
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
Woman looking out of window
How to Identify Complicated Grief
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
anger management strategies
What to Do When You Feel Angry
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Woman sad looking out window.
What to Do If Nothing Makes You Happy
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD
what depression feels like
What Does Depression Feel Like?
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Man looking irritated at his phone
Why Irritability Can Be a Symptom of a Mental Condition
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Things to do if you feel lonely
10 Things You Can Do Right Now If You’re Feeling Lonely
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
Woman asleep on couch
Do You Know the Signs of Clinical Depression?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Insomnia
Why It May Be Hard to Sleep If You're Depressed
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Man sleeping on couch
13 Possible Reasons Why You're Tired All the Time
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Physical symptoms of depression
Physical Effects of Depression
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Why am i always so tired
Surprising Reasons That May Be Causing Your Fatigue
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Woman with uncontrollable crying.
What Should I Do About Uncontrollable Crying?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Can Depression Really Be Faked?
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
A sad young girl hiding her face on the couch
How to Recognize Internalizing Symptoms in Depressed Children
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
upset young woman
What Might Be Causing Your Mood Swings
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Man punching wall
Are Mood Disorders and Depression to Blame for Violent Tendencies?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Stressed man with headache at desk
How Your Stress and Depression Can Really Make You Sick
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Severe Depression
What Are the Signs That You Are Severely Depressed?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
sad woman sitting on edge of bed
How to Know When Your Depression Is Getting Better
Medically reviewed by Akeem Marsh, MD
Woman looking depressed in bed
What Are the Differences of Depression Symptoms Between the Sexes?
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
Woman looking into mirror
How to Positively Conquer Common Cognitive Distortions
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD
Girl on computer at night
Why Am I Depressed Only at Night?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Half eaten donuts on a plate
Why You Crave Carbs, Sugar, and Chocolate When You're Depressed
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
A doctor checking a woman for a thyroid problem.
Can a Thyroid Imbalance Lead to Depression?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Woman with depression.
How Your Depression and Anger Might Be Related
Medically reviewed by Akeem Marsh, MD
things you hate to do during depression
4 Daily Habits People With Depression Tend to Avoid
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Woman in bed with head in hand.
Please Help Me: What to Do When You Need Help
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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The Link Between Depression and Creativity
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Depressed woman
Can You Die From Depression?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD