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Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood
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Loss of interest or pleasure in activities, including sex
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Restlessness, crankiness, or excessive crying
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Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness, hopelessness, pessimism
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Sleeping too much or too little, early-morning waking
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Appetite and/or weight loss, or overeating and weight gain
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Less energy, fatigue, feeling "slowed down"
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Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts
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Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain
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Medication: It can help to relieve the symptoms of depression, but it cannot address the underlying causes of the disorder.
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Psychotherapy: It can help people to understand and work through the issues that may be contributing to their depression. Psychotherapy can also help people to develop healthy coping skills and to build a support network.
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A combination of medication and psychotherapy is often the most effective treatment for depression. This approach allows people to address both the symptoms and the underlying causes of their depression.
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​Just 30 minutes of physical activity a day can make a big difference in your mood.
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Try to stick to a regular sleep schedule if possible.
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Eating healthy meals regularly is important.
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Don't try to do everything at once - focus on what is most important.
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Talking to people you trust about how you're feeling can be really helpful.
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Avoid making any big life changes while you're feeling down.
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Steer clear of alcohol, nicotine, and drugs
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