Effects of Depression

Depression comes with all sorts of side effects. Are you experiencing one or more of these?

• Feeling Helpless
  Feeling like nothing will get better, and that there's no way to improve the situation.
  
• Loss of Interest
  No longer interested in past hobbies or daily activities. Could also be a loss of interest in hanging out with friends or having sex. You have no motivation, and may no longer feel joy from these activities.
  
• Loss of Appetite
  Changes in eating habits and/or weight. You may no longer feel motivated or see a reason to stay healthy.
  
• Sleep Disorders
  Depression can cause you to wake up at random times late at night or early in the morning. It can also cause you to oversleep, not feeling motivated to get out of bed.
  
• Anger Issues
  Feeling depressed can lower your tolerance level, and you might start getting irritated easier. You could end up with a short temper, with everything and everyone getting on your nerves, even when they have good intentions. If left unchecked, this could lead to violent outbursts.
  
• Energy Loss
  Constantly feeling tired, and physically or even emotionally drained. Small tasks may seem exhausting or take a lot longer to complete.
  
• Reckless Behavior
  Depression can lead to reckless behavior and bad habits like substance abuse, reckless driving, or compulsive gambling.
  
• Self-Hate
  It's not uncommon for depressed people to feel angry at themselves. Sometimes they will harshly criticize themselves over trivial faults or mistakes.
  
• Memory or Concentration Problems
  Depression can lead to trouble making decisions or remembering things. It can also create problems when you are trying to stay focused.
  
• Aches and Pains
  Seemingly random pains that may or may not have an explanation, such as stomach pain, aching muscles, headaches, or back pain.