Major depressive disorder
Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. Also called major depressive disorder or clinical depression. It affects how you feel, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. You may have trouble doing normal day-to-day activities, and sometimes you may feel as if life isn't worth living. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/symptoms-causes/syc-20356007)
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Although depression may occur only once during your life, people typically have multiple episodes .Some of these symptoms may include:
Symptoms:
- Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness
- Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters.
- Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies or sports
- Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much
- Tiredness and lack of energy, so even small tasks take extra effort
- Reduced appetite and weight loss or increased cravings for food and weight gain
- Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
- Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
- Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things
- Frequent or recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide
- Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches
Although symptoms may look similar in adults and teens, here are some additional symptoms you may experience as a teenager:
- sadness, irritability, feeling negative and worthless, anger, poor performance or poor attendance at school, feeling misunderstood and extremely sensitive, using recreational drugs or alcohol, eating or sleeping too much, self-harm, loss of interest in normal activities, and avoidance of social interaction.
- If you identify with any of these symptoms, consult your doctor to talk about how you’re feeling. If you’re feeling nervous about seeing a professional, talk to a friend, a trusted adult, or someone else your trust.
- If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, or think you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 or your local emergency number.
Suicide Hotlines: https://www.dbsalliance.org/crisis/suicide-hotline-helpline-information/
