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Depression
Depression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity. It is medically classified as a mental and behavioural disorder. It affects the daily functioning of a person and deteriorates their physical health as well. Professional help and medications are needed for people going through a constant and prolonged period of sadness.
Symptoms
While feeling depressed, the body may have symptoms that may affect the mood and also some that may affect the body. They may be permanent or temporary.
Irritability
Aggressiveness
Difficult to concentrate
Weight gain/loss
Loss of sleep
Slow talking
Feeling hopeless, sad or empty
Some questions you can ask yourself
If your answer to most of these questions is a YES, you might need to seek assistance from an expert. Don't forget, depression can be treated and you can recover from it.
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Have a suffered from prolonged sadness?
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Have I felt disinterested in my routine tasks?
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