Depression
The second most common mental disorder in the U.S. is depression, which is often referred to in social situations as “clinical depression”. While depression is a very common mental disorder we must keep in mind that people can “feel depressed” without “having depression”. Further, to meet criteria for this diagnosis it is necessary for an individual to have persistent and significant symptoms of depression for at least 2 weeks. The most common depressive disorders include Major Depression, Dysthymia Disorder, and Cyclothymia Disorder. Although an individual’s cultural background impacts the particular presentation of depressive symptoms, the common symptoms can be found below.
Symptoms of Depression
Symptoms of Depression
- Persistent sadness
- Crying spells
- Agitation or anxiety
- Fatigue or muscle weakness
- Sleep problems
- Feelings of guilt
- Decreased motivation and interest in pleasurable activities, including sex
- Significant changes in appetite and/or weight
- Loss of concentration and attention
- Memory problems
- Thoughts of hopelessness or worthlessness, which for some can lead to thoughts of self-harm, death, or suicide
Student Health Services
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Anna M. Gove Student Health Center, 107 Gray Drive 27412
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
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The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Anna M. Gove Student Health Center, 107 Gray Drive 27412
Greensboro, NC 27402-6170
VOICE 336.334.5340
FAX 336.334.5343