Major depressive disorder is a condition that has a multitude of symptoms including, but not limited to...
-Feelings of sadness or hopelessness
-Angry outbursts/easily frustrated
-Loss of interest in normal hobbies
-Sleep disturbances/ lack of energy
-Reduced appetite, or increased cravings
-Anxiety/restlessness
-Slowed thinking or body movements
-Feeling worthless or guilt
- fixating on past mistakes
-Trouble concentrating, making decisions,
remembering things
-Unexplained physical problems, back pain or headaches
-Frequent or recurrent thought of suicide or self harm
Some coping mechanisms for depression:
-talking to a therapist
-expressing yourself through writing/drawing
-saying positive affirmations
-try to stay involved
If you have two-three weeks of constant low self-esteem think about reaching out for help.
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