Depression

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common but serious medical condition that affects how you feel, think, and behave. While it can significantly impact daily life, depression is treatable with the right support and care. It often leads to feelings of sadness, a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed, and can cause a range of emotional and physical issues, affecting your ability to function at work, home, and socially.

Symptoms of depression can vary from mild to severe and may include:

• Persistent feelings of sadness or a low mood
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once found enjoyable
• Changes in appetite resulting in weight loss or gain unrelated to dieting
• Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping
• Fatigue or a significant loss of energy
• Restlessness (such as pacing or hand-wringing) or noticeably slowed speech and movements
• Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, or excessive guilt
• Trouble concentrating, making decisions, or thinking clearly
• Thoughts of death, self-harm, or suicide