Everyone feels down sometimes. But if a cloudy mood lasts too long it may be more than just the "blues." These questions have been designed to help you determine if you're depressed and should seek professional help.
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Do you feel unusually down and discouraged that life won't get any better in the future?
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Have you lost your appetite or are you overeating?
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Do you have trouble sleeping or do you wake up a few hours earlier than usual?
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Do you feel anxious or worried without any obvious reason?
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Do you have less interest in what used to make you happy (hobbies, work, projects)?
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Do you have less interest in sex than you used to?
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Are you tired and lethargic and do you have trouble motivating yourself to get anything done?
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Do you feel annoyed and irritable with people or have less interest in your family or friends?
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Do you feel like a failure, guilty for your mistakes or critical of your shortcomings?
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Is it hard to think clearly, concentrate, or make decisions?
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Are you overly worried about a lot of minor aches and pains?
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Do you think about death or committing suicide?