Depression signs

Share on Pinterest mihailomilovanovic/Getty Images Although some depression symptoms are obvious, there are many hidden signs of depression. However, it is important to note that other medical issues can also cause some of the same symptoms. This article discusses some of the less obvious symptoms of depression. It also covers common causes of depression and what a person should do if they or a loved one experiences the following symptoms. There is a theory that people with depression may display a trait called “depressive realism.” This means that they may be more accurate in their view of events and the control they have over those events than people without depression. Being more realistic or pessimistic than others may be one sign of depression, especially if the person has other possible symptoms of depression. Some people with hidden depression experience personality changes. They may become more quiet and withdrawn, or they may be angry and irritable. Many people do not associate anger and irritability with depression, but these mood changes are not unusual among those with the condition. Instead of appearing sad, some people with hidden depression may display irritability and overt or suppressed anger. Some healthcare professionals consider changes in sex drive a key indicator when diagnosing episodes of depressive symptoms. In a There are several reasons why a person’s libido might decrease when they have depression. These include: • loss of interest in pleasurabl...

Do you feel irritable, isolated or withdrawn? Do you find yourself working all the time? Drinking too much? These unhealthy coping strategies may be clues that you have male depression. Depression can affect men and women differently. When depression occurs in men, it may be masked by unhealthy coping behavior. For a number of reasons, male depression often goes undiagnosed and can have devastating consequences when it goes untreated. But male depression usually gets better with treatment. Depression signs and symptoms can differ in men and women. Men also tend to use different coping skills — both healthy and unhealthy — than women do. It isn't clear why men and women may experience depression differently. It likely involves a number of factors, including brain chemistry, hormones and life experiences. Like women with depression, men with depression may: • Feel sad, hopeless or empty • Feel extremely tired • Have difficulty sleeping or sleep too much • Not get pleasure from activities usually enjoyed Other behaviors in men that could be signs of depression — but not recognized as such — include: • Escapist behavior, such as spending a lot of time at work or on sports • Physical symptoms, such as headaches, digestive problems and pain • Problems with alcohol or drug use • Controlling, violent or abusive behavior • Irritability or inappropriate anger • Risky behavior, such as reckless driving Because these behaviors could be signs of or might overlap with other mental healt...