People often have anger that stems from depression—especially men.
Signs of depression
- Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions
- Fatigue and decreased energy
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness
- Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism
- Insomnia, early-morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping
- Irritability, restlessness
- Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once pleasurable, including sex
- Overeating or appetite loss
- Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not ease even with treatment
- Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings
- Thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts
Signs of depression that may not seem typical
- Frequently disciplined at school or work
- Frequently angry for no apparent reason
- Just not a social person
- This can all happen without sadness, crying, or difficulty getting out of bed
Listen to Depression
- Likely, depression is there for a reason.
- Find the root of the problem
- Environmental?
- Grief (death or other loss)
- A particular trigger?
- Negative ways of thinking?
- Alcohol/other drug use?
- Abuse?
- Genetically based?
- Find the root of the problem
Do you see any signs of depression in yourself or family members?