Do You Suffer From Depression

Depression is an illness that causes a person to feel sad and hopeless much of the time. It is different from normal feelings of sadness, grief, or low energy. Symptoms of depression include, perennial pessimist: feeling sorry for one's self, the feeling that he/she has nothing to look forward to in his or her life. Guilt-driven, loss of self-worth and helplessness: other symptoms of depression that can be easily seen in people who prefer to mope around all day long. The loss of self-worth, if that person feels like he or

she isn't worthy of being happy or enjoying one's self then that's clear tell-tale symptom of depression.

A person with depression will stop doing the things they use to enjoy doing and the ever day things that need to be done like cleaning up the house, taking out the trash and even socializing is no longer enjoyable. Fatigue is another symptom; a depressed person might stay in bed all day for long stretches at a time. One of the most dangerous symptoms of depression are is suicidal feelings.

Stress, such as the death of a loved one, an illness, alcohol and drugs can all trigger depression.
Depression is often treated with medications, and counseling by a doctor or a psychiatrist depending on the severity of the depression. Severe depression can result in inpatient care at a hospital. Let your doctor know if you believe you are depressed, because depression is often overlooked. If you are diagnosed with depression, you and your doctor can decide on the best treatment. The earlier you are treated, the more quickly you will recover.
To learn more about depression go to Depression.com

Author Bio - R.K.Lewis - People with depression often do not recognize that they have depression. It is up to family and friend to urge them to seek professional help. http://www.depression.com

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