Major depressive disorder
From Wikidata and MedlinePlus; a guide, not a diagnosis.
Usual symptoms
- Low mood with loss of interest, poor sleep or appetite for two weeks or more
- Low mood most days
- Losing interest or pleasure in things
- Tiredness that rest does not fix
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Loss of appetite
- Weight loss without trying
- Irritability
- Trouble thinking, planning or concentrating
- Thoughts of ending your life
- Sadness
Red ones can be signs of an emergency: get help at once.
Having some of these does not mean you have this condition: many conditions share the same symptoms.
Who to see
- A mental health worker or psychiatrist
Risk factors listed
substance abuse, family medical history, chronic condition
Related health checks
Mood check (PHQ-9) · Worry and anxiety check (GAD-7) · Signs to talk over with a specialist
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