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Q: What are some early signs of depression?
I feel really tired lately and I have to put in heaps off effort just to be my usual perky, insane self. I also haven't been able to sleep. Are these early signs of depression? I don't know why I would have it I'm doing well in school and have great friends....

A: It could be depression, but if all you feel is tired, not hopeless, helpless, sad, etc, something else might be up. I'd suggest seeing a doctor... I used to feel like that and turned out I was deficient in iron and vitamin D! I felt much better when I took supplements. Not saying that's your problem, just that lots of things can make you feel that way. Too much stress (even stress caused just from being busy with good things) can also cause that feeling. You should get it checked out regardless. Hope that helps!

Q: Whats the signs of depression and bio polar ?
Whats the signs of depression and bio polar how do people feel ?

A: Hi! Depression is a very nasty thing indeed. In spite of everything that they may see or hear, the patient will feel completely useless, like nobody likes them or nobody wants them around. Often, they will also keep asking themselves "What's the point?". Depression tends to build up over time due to environmental factors or it may just start over a period of time for no apparent reason. See this wikipedia article on Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_depressive_disorder As for bipolar disorder (formerly known as manic depression), it is characterised by cycling periods of unexplained happiness, excitability and hyperactivity and low, depressed moods that happen for pretty much no reason (though there can be external stimulus). There are many types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar I - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_I Bipolar II - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_II Cyclothymia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclothymia And episodes can be split into four categories: Manic Episode: Characterised by extreme feelings of elation and happiness (but these can very in intensity) and possibly delusions and hallucinations in very severe episodes. Irritability, impatience and over-excitability can often present as well. Hypomanic Episode: Slightly less extreme than manic episodes, these may just bring on a feeling of well-being and contentment, and can be associated with increased social functioning. Depressive Episode: Like a spell of MDD (though it can vary greatly in intensity). Mixed Episode: Essentially a manic and depressive episode combined. These can be dangerous, as individuals may become confused, frightened and disoriented (as with all episode types, intensity can vary). In rare cases bipolar disorder may present in very rapid cycling, called "ultradian cycling bipolar disorder". These cycles may only last for up to four hours each (unlike other types which happen over weeks or months). Treatment may involve drugs such as Valproate Semisodium or Lithium (both are mood stabalisers) to allow bipolar disorder patients to function more normally. There is no cure for bipolar disorder. I hope this helps!

Q: What are signs of depression and mid life crises in men?
My fience is never happy and always gripes. He does have depression but is taking medication for it. Maybe the meds have to be adjusted or maybe midlife crises or what else could be going on??

A: Antidepressant medications are usually only so helpful in treating depressive illnesses. It's possible that an adjustment to your fiance's medication regimen might help him, but therapy might also play a role in helping your fiance to see things less negatively. Generally speaking, antidepressant medications work best when combined with psychotherapy.

Q: Why is my dog showing signs of depression?
I have a twelve year old yellow labrador and lately, she hasn't been wanting to eat, isn't running around like she used to, and is showing sings of depression. I'm not sure what's happening.

A: 0o0o0o0o0o Labs are wonderful dogs, and very lovable. 12 Years old is a long life for a lab and at this point you dog has seen her better years. Your dog is most likely in pain and not feeling well and she will never be the pup that you remember. I just lost my 11 year old lab and he showed the same signs in his last year or so. Fact is 11-12 is very old for these dogs. Its very hard loosing one of these dogs cos they get so close to ya.

Q: Are there any common or certain signs of depression in teens ?
If there is any signs or efeects or ANYTHING please let me know...and if you know anyways to treat it, medically or not let me know.

A: changes in eating and sleeping habits (eating and sleeping too much or too little) significant weight gain or loss missed school, poor school performance and/or a sudden decline in grades withdrawal from friends and family no longer enjoying activities that were once pleasurable indecision, lack of concentration, or forgetfulness feelings of worthlessness or guilt overreaction to criticism, irritability feeling that nothing is worth the effort frequent health complaints when no physical ailment exists anger, rage, anxiety lack of enthusiasm and motivation drug/alcohol abuse, thoughts of death or suicide Symptoms such as insomnia, panic attacks, delusions or hallucinations can indicate extreme depression, The first problem is to distinguish between a more serious depression and "normal," typical adolescent moodiness, caused by hormonal changes and brain growth spurts. For example, it is common for girls to become moody, edgy, and anxious just before and during menstruation, and maybe even longer, if she suffers from hormonal problems. If grouchy behavior seems to have a pattern or cycle, it is likely the symptoms are tied to hormonal changes, and are not indicative of clinical depression. In contrast, one hallmark of clinical depression is the tendency to become isolated—to stop talking to family, and to stop spending time with friends—and this kind of moodiness does not seem to lift after a couple of weeks. Rushing to a therapist when symptoms are actually within the range of normal can have several negative effects: the child feels like there must be something wrong with himself or herself, which can tip a fragile balance toward lowered self-esteem there may be a long-lasting stigma attached to a diagnosis medications may be prescribed unnecessarily, and without careful monitoring If you suspect depression: Respond with love, kindness, and support. Repeatedly let your child know that you are there, whenever she or he needs you Be gentle but persistent if your adolescent shuts you out (depressed teenagers do not want to feel patronized or crowded). Do not ask a lot of questions, but make known your concern and your willingness to listen. Do not criticize or pass judgment once the adolescent begins to talk (the important thing is that he or she is talking and communicating feelings). Encourage activity and praise efforts to socialize and be active. Seek help from a doctor or mental health professional if the adolescent's depressed feeling doesn't pass with time. Be prepared to list behaviors, note how long and how often they have been occurring, and how severe they seem. Do not wait and hope that symptoms will go away on their own. When depression is severe—if adolescents are thinking about hurting themselves or about suicide—seek professional help as soon as possible. Parents of depressed adolescents may themselves need support. Seek out groups of parents who have experience with teen depression. The single most important thing a parent can do to break down the social isolation that is at the heart of adolescent problems is to LISTEN: listen when your children talk listen to their music spend more time with them and be involved in their activities take them to movies and concerts, and discuss them afterward know their friends, and listen to them as well do not lecture or offer unsolicited advice or ultimatums do not try to talk them out of their feelings or solve their problems, just acknowledge the pain and sadness they are feeling do not compare your teen’s feelings, reactions or experiences to your own or to someone else’s A parent can—and should—express their concerns directly. It is not easy to connect with teens in this way, and parents may need professional guidance to assist them. Yes, it is likely that the teenager will get angry and will say harsh things ("It's none of your business!" "Get out of my room!" "I hate you!"), but this kind of response is often an unintentional test to see if you are really able to help them. Depressed teenagers will seek answers to the following questions before confiding in an adult: Will you be able to handle my big feelings? (Often children will keep their feelings inside if they worry that their parents already have too much on their minds or are depressed themselves. If you yourself are experiencing depression or extreme stress, get your own help and support so that you can better help your child.) Can I trust you to hang in there with me, even when I act like this? Can I rely on you to be here for me and not to walk away or push me away? Will you provide a strong and safe place for me—walls that do not cave in even when I push them? Will you love me even when I don't know how to love myself or you? Parents who show their kids that disagreements and painful feelings can safely be expressed—and that they can be resolved—make it safe for their kids to open up to them. The sharing of confusion, sadness, loneliness, shame, and other strong emotions often decreases the intensity, and opens the way for real communication, which in turn reduces the isolation that is such a large part of depression.

Q: What are the signs of depression and anxiety ?
(im in high school) and what exactly is anxiety? And can you get over theses without drugs?

A: Anyone who can tell U that another person "they have decided" is suffering from Depression and/or Anxiety and thay have NO qualifications/vast knowledge/experience on these Conditions is just plain "Kiddin" U. Thats a Medical answer my friend, take It whichever way U want to. I do NOT apologise for saying what I said and for disputing other answerers. We can read up on Depression/Anxiety and learn a little about both, but to Actually SEE THE SIGNS in someone, U need to have great "vision, insight". Even some doctors need to diagnose carefully when it comes to the Depressive person. Depression is an illness that in many people is NOT usually recognisable..thats why U often hear of people who commit suicide and U cant figure out why they did it, after IF U knew them, they usually appeared quite normal and even happy. Anxiety often follows the Depressive person who often also attempts to disguise their Anxiety. Anxiety by itself (without Depression) is a Physical thing causing signals from a section of the Brain that controls the chemical called Serototin. Serototin levels in the Brain are abnormal..However this in NO way means the subject is abnormal ("mad" for the want of a better laymans word) ANXIETY sufferers have intense spasms (attacks) of irrational fear. These attacks will cause several severe "feelings" in many parts of the Body that are ACTUALLY felt by the sufferer, BUT, in REAL Fact are NOT medically there. The Brain signals to a part/s of the body that "something" is wrong, when in fact, it is NOT. As an example an ANXIETY SUFFERER may feel a heavy, thick, tight feeling in the middle of the chest (along the Osop.tube) the tube that runs from the throat to the stomach..in THAT area..and think they are suffering a heart attack, Instantly they Panic,I mean instantly, and the breathing goes shallow (hyerventaltion), the heart rate jumps dramically, the blood pressure rises dramically, roof of mouth goes dry, vision may be impaired,go very dizzy,heavy headache, might tremble, shake,can vomit, but not always,feel as if they are going to "cark" it and a lot of other feelings also.(there are Many, Many) Usually the attack may last 10 mins, some last even longer like half hour or all day. They feel woeful, a strong thought is there that bodily danger has occured when in fact NOTHING at all has occured that is bodily dangerous. BUT, and heres the BUT, the pain, the feelings of tremendous terror are actually felt..in a part/s of the body when they are NOT there at all, as I said above. This is the Nature of Anxiety and the very hard thing for "anyone" to fully understand, let alone the sufferer. U, if witnessing an Anxiety person, may simply think they are having some type of Panic thing, but U wouldnt actually understand It, unless U were aware that the person was an Anxiety sufferer (U had been told prior) Drugs initially must be administered. Anxiety and Depression can be VERY Long term. Depression can be controlled with anti depressant drugs. Sometimes anti depressant drugs may be prescribed for Anxiety suffers also, but may NOT always be successful. A Psychologist in both cases can be extremely helpful and can be of the greatest assistance to relieving the sufferers to such an extent that the symptoms may almost dissipate, and may only show themselves very seldom..even not for years. The Person suffering Depression is at greatest risk of suicide and U wont even know it. Some people may tell U here are certain signs of depression etc. such as being a loner,shy/timid,may even cry easily,..these type of symptoms may describe anyone or anything. Depressive people are, Easily Tired, sleep very restlessly,have constant thoughts about Death etc. How would U know to recognise these symptoms?? They are private personal feelings. ANXIETY affects EVERY part of the Body from the littlest head hair to the smallest toe nail (not kidding). Anxiety, perhaps just a word, but CAN and DOES cause Hair Dandruff, Dermititis,High Blood Pressure, Back Pain, Vertigo,Ear ache, Tricks of vision (u see things that arnt there) can ACTUALLY rot your Teeth (yes, ,it CAN, even though "VERY" hard to believe)..causes itchy feet/legs,causes U to DRY Reach for NO reason at all,Makes to go to the Toilet, even when U dont want to, causes Diarrhea,causes stomach bloating,puts u OFF sex=Oh yes, makes U angry for No apparent reason, causes U to pick on others around u to be perfect,keeps U subjected to catching common colds/flu/viruses all the time,causes stuffy blocked nose.makes u often feel your going to pass out, but U dont. Need I say More? IF U can think of a "terrible" body feeling, Anxiety will give u , at some time, the feelings of it. Hope my answer assists U to understand what your Question asks.

Q: Do teachers know the signs of depression?
I know this question may sound stupid, but are they trained in spotting the signs of depression? I'm just curius because depression and suicide seem to be so common among teenagers these days...

A: Yes they do. They have taken psych classes. There are signs and things to look for and though I cannot say that all teachers pick up on these signs, most do. I believe there was a list on ten things , like loss of a pet, loved one, and so on. These are things that staff is briefed on. N question is stupid!

Q: What are some signs of depression?
I dont know what is wrong with me but my moods change drastically. i am usually grouchy. always stressed. and i cry over anything and everything. am i depressed? what are some signs of being depressed? i am only 18 years old, can i be depressed at this age?

A: You can be depressed at any age. If you think that you need professional help from a therapist about it, that might be a good idea. Some of your depression could be caused by not getting enough sleep at night, or having a bad diet. Try to get about 8 hours of sleep when you can, I know I always get really irritable when I don't get enough sleep. I'm going to be 18 in a few weeks, and with graduation and everything else coming up, depression seems to be pretty common. Some things that might help with depression would just be listening to music, simple stuff like that. Write down your thoughts in a notebook when you feel depressed, maybe then you can find what's causing it and fix it. :]

Q: Are the signs of depression and stress similar?
My counselor asked me if depression could be a possible problem. I don't think it is, I'm pretty stressed. Any help would be great.

A: Stress can cause depression. So, stress is a symptom of depression; stress is a sign, depression is a disorder. I suggest you look into antidepressants, just until you get over this period in your life. Best wishes.

Q: What are the major signs of depression?
I am constantly irritable...i go from 1 to 10 lately in a matter of seconds and i really hate it..i feel like i want to crawl out of myskin lately and cry and yell. I don't know what to do.

A: eating too much not eating at all sleeping alot wanting to be left alone suicide thoughts not sleeping enough having alot of time on your hands pondering these are all signs of depression, . I did not have to show you a link to read ( not sure how to do that yet). Go, or call a God loving church to get some help and answers if you feel like any of the above.

Q: what are the clinical signs of depression?
i have low energy, hard time focusing, no interest in being social, and i seem to cry at everything these days. this always seems to happen in the summer and mid winter.

A: Can't sleep or you sleep too much Can't concentrate or find that previously easy tasks are difficult Feeling hopeless and helpless Can't control negative thoughts, no matter how hard you try More irritable & short tempered than usual Having thoughts that Life is not worth living

Q: Do i have some signs of depression? how do i know if i have it?
ok here's the story: all of my friends are graduating including my crush in a week, my favorite teacher and volleyball coach are both leaving and this all happens in a week. i am sooo sad about all of this and am not enjoying things i love and do all the time. i feel sad most of the time, but i still laugh and have fun, but i also feel sad that this might the last time i see these people in around a year. i don't know if i have depression or i m just feeling mixed emotions around this time b/c of stress and graduation of all of my friends and leaving of awesome teachers/coaches. do i have deporession and how can i not feel this way? also should i try to keep in touch w/ these people b/c it might help?

A: I really feel for you. I'll start from the end of your question - ok? Definitely staying in touch with the people you love will help you realize that there are ways to keep your attachment intact. I still have a group of 9 girls from high school that are scattered all over the country - we graduated in 1977! - but we get together as often as possible, and with email, we can stay in touch for just the cost of our Internet service! You have suffered a lot of change and a definite feeling of loss. Depression is usually diagnosed when it goes on for a long period of time; after you would normally be able to snap back from change. You are grieving. This is natural and will actually make you stronger when you are through it. My way of handling the sadness in the meantime is through prayer and really opening up my heart to God - I can be as vulnerable with Him as I want to be. Sometimes I talk to Him for a long time, sometimes just a few words. You don't have to be audible with your words. Silent prayers of Christians are heard just as well by God. If after a couple of months, you find that you don't feel any better, I would suggest that you see a dr. you trust, and let them know exactly what you are feeling.

Q: Is there a way with medical technology to scan the brain for signs of depression?
For example, how are low levels of serotonin physically measured in the brain? cite sources plz, thanks!

A: Serotonin levels cant be measured in the brain while you are alive. After death the brain can be dissected and the serotonin level can be measured from a tissue sample from it. It cant be measured on a scan adn there is no brain scan to diagnose depression.

Q: What are the signs of depression in an adult male? Anything specifically different from a female?


A: Everyone will present a little differently and there are those who believe that men and women may present differently. I am a practical person so I have devised a series of 6 questions. If a person answers 'yes' to at least 4 of the 6 I am 85% certain that they feel and function better on what is typically called an 'antidepressant'. 1 Has there been a change in sleep habits and rest? 2 Has there been a change in appetitte? 3 Has there been a change in energy level? 4 Has there been a change in mood? 5 Has there been a change in your interest in activities? 6 Has there been a change in your ability to think clearly? I hope that you are asking this as a matter of interest and that you do not have 'depression'. For those who do suffer with 'depression' there are many affordable and effective medications with a low incidence of side effects. As everyone is different and unique in how they express a disorder and in their response to treatment when in doubt ask you physician.

Q: what are common signs of depression?
I believe that I am depressed. I cry almost everyday over stupid stuff. I feel worthless and sometimes can't stop crying. Is there anyway without going to a doctor that i can truly find out if I'm depressed? also i am not a teenage girl I am 20 gone through puberty long time ago. and i have gained 30 lbs in the past 4 months.

A: Symptoms According to the DSM-IV-TR criteria for diagnosing a major depressive disorder (cautionary statement) one of the following two elements must be present for a period of at least two weeks: Depressed mood, or Loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities. It is sufficient to have either of these symptoms in conjunction with five of a list of other symptoms over a two-week period. These include: Feelings of overwhelming sadness or fear or the seeming inability to feel emotion (emptiness). A decrease in the amount of interest or pleasure in all, or almost all, activities of the day, nearly every day. Changing appetite and marked weight gain or loss. Disturbed sleep patterns, such as insomnia, loss of REM sleep, or excessive sleep (Hypersomnia). Psychomotor agitation or retardation nearly everyday. Fatigue, mental or physical, also loss of energy. Feelings of guilt, helplessness, hopelessness, anxiety, or fear. Trouble concentrating or making decisions or a generalized slowing and obtunding of cognition, including memory. recurrent thoughts of death (not just fear of dying), recurrent suicidal ideation without a specific plan, or a suicide attempt or a specific plan for committing suicide. Other symptoms sometimes reported but not usually taken into account in diagnosis include: A decrease in self-esteem. Inattention to personal hygiene. Sensitivity to noise. Physical aches and pains, and the belief these may be signs of serious illness. Fear of 'going mad'. Change in perception of time. Depression in children is not as obvious as it is in adults. Here are some symptoms that children might display: Loss of appetite. Irritability. Sleep problems, such as recurrent nightmares. Learning or memory problems where none existed before. Significant behavioral changes; such as withdrawal, social isolation, and aggression. An additional indicator could be the excessive use of drugs or alcohol. Depressed adolescents are at particular risk of further destructive behaviors, such as eating disorders and self-harm. One of the most widely used instruments for measuring depression severity is the Beck Depression Inventory, a 21-question multiple choice survey. It is hard for people who have not experienced clinical depression, either personally or by regular exposure to people suffering it, to understand its emotional impact and severity, interpreting it instead as being similar to "having the blues" or "feeling down." As the list of symptoms above indicates, clinical depression is a serious, potentially lethal systemic disorder characterized by interlocking physical, affective, and cognitive symptoms that have consequences for function and survival well beyond sad or painful feelings.