Monday 30 July 2018

6 Surprising Signs That You're Struggling with Depression

a post by Margarita Tartakovsky for the World of Psychology blog

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Most people know the telltale signs of depression: a deep, sinking sadness, loss of hope, a bleak outlook on life, and weight and appetite changes. As psychologist Deborah Serani, Psy.D, said, most people also picture a slow-moving individual with sloped shoulders who’s unable to get out of bed.

While for some people the above is absolutely true, for others, different signs are more prominent and indicative of depression – signs that might surprise you. Below are six symptoms to watch out for.
  1. You have a super short fuse. 
  2. Your concentration is shaky.
  3. You can’t make up your mind.
  4. You strive for perfection.
  5. You have random aches or chronic pain.
  6. You feel utterly empty.
Continue reading to get the expansion on these points.


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