Not all people with depression will have all these symptoms or have them to the same degree.
If a person has four or more of these symptoms, if nothing can make them go away, and
if they last more than two weeks, a doctor or psychiatrist should be consulted.

• Persistent sad or "empty" mood.
• Feeling hopeless, helpless, worthless, pessimistic and or guilty .
• Substance abuse.
• Fatigue or loss of interest in ordinary activities, including sex.
• Disturbances in eating and sleeping patterns.
• Irritability, increased crying, anxiety and panic attacks.
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions.
• Thoughts of suicide; suicide plans or attempts.
• Persistent physical symptoms or pains that do not respond to treatment.

A suicidal person urgently needs to see a doctor or psychiatrist

Credits to: Tom Arsenault and the SAVE's home page.

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