Depression Can Take its Toll on Your Body and Mind; Here’s Your Sign(s)

Have you ever been in a constant funk that you can’t seem to shake? Have you had muscle aches you can’t explain? You could be battling depression.

The biggest problem with depression is that it can disguise itself… pretend its something else. Depression is a big deal and it can eat away at you, not just your mind, your whole existence.

physical signs of depression:

• Headaches are a pretty common sign and if you already get migraines depression can make them worse
• Back pain
• Muscle aches and joint pain
• Chest pain can be a sign of a serious condition so its a good idea to get this checked out,  depression can contribute to the discomfort of chest pain
• Digestive problems can occur with depression in the form of an uneasy tummy or diarrhea
• Exhaustion and fatigue no matter how much sleep or rest you get
• Sleeping problems, either you can’t fall asleep or you wake up early
• Change in appetite or weight, some lose their appetite all together and lose weight others crave certain foods like carbohydrates and gain weight
• Dizziness or lightheadedness

Because the physical signs of depression can look like so many other potential issues, the physical signs are often overlooked.

emotional symptoms of depression:

• An overwhelming feeling of sadness, hopelessness and numb, this feeling  is usually with you daily
• Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy and yes this does include physical intimacy
• Irritability or anxiety, you might find it hard to relax
• Trouble making decisions, depression can make it hard to think clearly
• Feeling guilty or worthless
• Thoughts of death or suicide, this often comes with an overwhelming feeling that the world would be better off without you

If you or someone you know is in crisis call 1-800-273-talk (8255)

depression often teams up with anxiety:

• Signs of depression can be amplified
• More impatient in day-to-day activities

Depression can make you feel helpless and anxiety can make you feel agitated and overwhelmed by physical symptoms including a tightening chest and shortness of breath