Depressed mood, reduced energy

Depressed mood, reduced energy, and diminished interest constitute the core symptoms of depression, while accompanying symptoms encompass a range of psychological and physiological manifestations, including diminished self-esteem, self-reproach, difficulties in thought processes and concentration, suicidal ideation, sleep disturbances, and changes in appetite.

Depressive symptoms can be intricate and exhibit significant variation among individuals. If you are afflicted by depression, you may experience feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities. Younger children might express their emotions through anger or irritability, whereas adults often appear withdrawn, despondent, and fatigued. Furthermore, children may manifest depression through physical symptoms such as stomachaches or headaches.

These symptoms typically endure for weeks or months and are severe enough to disrupt your work, social life, and familial relationships. There are several other symptoms of depression, and it is unlikely that you would experience all of those listed on this page.

• Avoidance of contact with friends and reduced participation in social activities. 
• Neglect of hobbies and interests. 
• Difficulties in home, work, or family life.  

• Slower movement or speech than usual.
• Changes in appetite or weight (typically reduced, but sometimes increased).
• Constipation. 
• Unexplained pains and discomfort.
• Lack of energy. 
• Low libido (loss of libido). 
• Disturbed sleep, such as difficulty falling asleep at night or early morning awakening.  

• Persistent low mood or sadness. 
• Feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. 
• Low self-esteem. 
• Crying. 
• Feelings of guilt. 
• Irritability and intolerance towards others. 
• Lack of motivation or interest in things.
• Difficulty making decisions.
• Lack of pleasure in life.
• Feelings of anxiety or worry. 
• Thoughts of suicide or self-harm.