WHAT IS DEPRESSION?

Depression is a mood disorder which can result from one of the above anxiety disorders, serious medical problems such as a heart condition or a reaction to loss. Some people struggle with recurrent bouts of depression for no apparent reason.

If you are depressed, you may feel irritable for much of the day, experience a reduction of energy, interest or motivation. You may also find that there is a noticeable lack of enjoyment in your usual activities. At times you may feel helpless, hopeless, fearful or guilty, you might experience disturbed sleep and/or changes in appetite with weight loss or gain, or have suicidal thoughts. You might even attempt to hurt yourself.