7 Signs Of Depression & Symptoms You Must Know | BetterHelp

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Depression is a common form of mental illness that impacts over 15 million Americans. Depression doesn’t look a certain way, and there are many types of it.

Some examples of depression include Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Dysthymia and Seasonal Affective Disorder. Even though there are many forms of depression, some of the symptoms overlap. For example, many people with depression feel a sense of worthlessness.

Depression hurts people internationally. It doesn’t discriminate based upon race or gender. Often depression is genetic meaning you are more likely to suffer from a form of depression if someone in your family has the illness.

Some common signs of depression are: feeling lethargic, oversleeping, lack of appetite, social isolation, overeating and poor self-image. More severe symptoms of depression that require immediate attention are feeling suicidal, or not wanting to exist. If a friend or loved one says things like “I would be better off dead” or “no one would notice if I were gone,” these are dangerous statements, and they need help.

Depression can be quite severe and even deadly if left untreated. Fortunately, there’s help available. A licensed therapist can support people who are suffering from depression and help them learn that there’s hope; they can make it through an extraordinarily painful time. Therapists understand depression and want to help people get well.

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[valksasss]

Only time I feel okay is when I’m alone in my room at the weekend.

[kellybagabaddie]

The fact I had to search this up Bc I can’t tell what emotions I am feeling

[elsnacko]

Why do I feel so ashamed to admit I'm depressed....

[onedecibello]

I don't have 'hopes and dreams' anymore. They died long ago.

[sydnicerta]

I feel invisible, like no one understands the pain I feel everyday. I just want someone to tell me it’s going to be ok and actually see what I’m going through everyday.

[lil]

I never thought I would be sitting in my bed crying watching a YouTube video to know if I’m depressed, im so broken...but no one understands 😔💔

[kirtisaket]

Really depression is a life killing experience. It is very important to get support from friends and family.

[twist]

I have all 7 of these symptoms but I keep telling myself that I’m overreacting and that other people need phycologists more than me, so I shouldn’t waste their time.

[enajadra]

That moment when you want to end your life to stop the pain💔. Im tired of seeing my self sad and not happy with life anymore.

[sadhoe]

This comment section makes me feel like I'm not alone. Love you guys💙

[boxingdistrict]

If you’re reading this I hope you have an amazing life and accomplish everything you wish

[liahdewulf]

I had depression for 4 years. I'm now always happy again but I think it's interesting to watch this

[JRob]

My depression started when I lost my parents and it pisses me off when I try explaining it and people act like it's no big deal

[Hannah-wkjc]

I think I have depression but I’m scared to tell anyone
Everyone knows me as the mentally and physically ‘strong’ girl. And I have this ‘wall’ of me being strong and I can’t tear it down.
I’m scared of people seeing me as weak and not taking me seriously.

[mmmhay]

All my family cares about is my grades but they don’t understand that I’m struggling just to not breakdown and cry in the middle of the hallway in school

[vinay]

Who ever is reading this comment your all worries will be soon disappear. And good time & happiness is on the way. 😊☺

[prabagaranravi]

I think the worst part of depression is feeling alone and I appreciate your videos because I'm sure this will help all people.

[lynpheai]

I dont know of this is depression but one second I feel energetic, happy, motivated, then the next i feel like why am i in the world, I don’t want to be alive, and I start crying and me and my brother share a room and I cry silently while he doesn’t notice I’m only 9 and I don’t want to be depressed and if I tell my mom she will criticize me and give me a full lecture on what to do and the whole reason is Kpop fancams I watched one and I was really scared. I’m not scared anymore but I feel depressed. I know people have it worse and nobody should care about this but I just wanted to tell everyone, thank you for reading this. 🦋💕

[audhreyy]

I got all of the 7 symptoms. It is hard to live everyday. 😭

[boyandcatmum]

For once in my life I don't have these symptoms, it is such a great feeling!!! For anyone going through this right now please understand it isn't how you are always going to feel so please don't give up. I find exercise and early nights and a healthy diet help.