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VIA:  FamilyDoctor.Org

What Causes Depression?

Depression is related to chemical in-balance in the brain that makes it hard for the cells to communicate with each other.  Depression can be triggered by a number of things including: stressful life events, drug or alcohol abuse, other illnesses, it can even be hereditary.

What Are The Symptoms?

  • Feeling sad, hopeless and having frequent crying spells
  • Losing interest or pleasure in things you used to enjoy (including sex)
  • Feeling guilty, helpless or worthless
  • Thinking about death or suicide
  • Sleeping too much, or having problems sleeping
  • Loss of appetite and unintended weight loss or gain
  • Feeling very tired all the time
  • Having trouble paying attention and making decisions
  • Having aches and pains that don’t get better with treatment
  • Feeling restless, irritated and easily annoyed

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