Dealing with depression

While the symptoms of depression can be complex and vary widely between different people, doctors have said that the most common is that “you feel sad, hopeless, and lose interest in things you used to enjoy”.

Other symptoms include:

Low self-esteem
Feeling tearful
Feeling irritable
Finding it difficult to make decisions
Changes in appetite or weight
Constipation
Low sex drive
Disturbed sleep patterns
Difficulties with concentration

There are many other symptoms of depression and you’re unlikely to experience all of them at once. Mental health experts advise that you visit your GP if you experience symptoms of depression for most of the day, every day, for more than two weeks.

You can find out more information – including a series of approved self-care tips – on the Mind website.

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