We can all feel down from time to time. Feeling depressed is a bit different in that it tends to last longer than a couple of weeks, and is marked by low mood, significant decrease in enjoyment or interest in activities, feeling worthless or guilty, memory and concentration problems, and changes to your appetite, sleeping patterns, or libido.
You may already know that people who are experiencing depression show characteristic patterns of low self-esteem, pessimism, feelings of hopelessness and disinterest in most things. Unfortunately, these things tend to feed on each other and intensify the depression, creating a vicious cycle of depression.
For an easy-to-remember yet effective guide to recovering from mild to moderate levels of depression try the tips below. In addition, it is also recommended that you seek professional assistance. For severe depression, definitely seek professional assistance.
If you have not resolved the cause of the depression than it is important that you deal with this issue as well.
Everyone experiences sadness. However, sometimes this sadness does not go away and affects our functioning. This video describes some of the common symptoms of depression and anxiety, and what you can do if you feel you or someone may be down.
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