Depression can present different symptoms, depending on the person. But for most people, depressive disorder changes how they function day-to-day, and typically for more than two weeks. Common symptoms include: 

• Changes in sleep 

• Changes in appetite 

• Lack of concentration 

• Loss of energy 

• Lack of interest in activities 

• Hopelessness or guilty thoughts 

• Changes in movement (less activity or agitation) 

• Physical aches and pains 

• Suicidal thoughts 

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