Many people are unaware of depression, not realizing that some harmful symptoms in the body may be signals of depression. Therefore, when signs of depression appear, it is important to pay attention to them. If the criteria for depression are met, appropriate measures should be taken promptly to control it; otherwise, the condition could worsen, impacting not only the patient’s life but also posing a threat to their health.
What symptoms in the body should raise suspicions of depression?
1. Low mood
During the development of depression, many patients exhibit signs of a low mood, which is a primary symptom of the illness. Significantly and persistently feeling emotionally down during the onset of the disease can lead the patient to feel depressed and pessimistic, devoid of pleasure in anything, showing reduced interest, and in severe cases, even feeling life is not worth living. If the body shows these specific signs and the mood cannot stay positive, it could be the effects of depression on health, and should be improved through appropriate means.
2. Cognitive impairment
During the progression of depression, the brain’s cognitive abilities may decline, resembling a rusty machine, resulting in slow responses and decreased cognitive abilities. In the process of communication with others, patients may exhibit reduced voluntary speech, mental blocks, and difficulty in responses, to the extent that normal communication becomes challenging. If the body shows signs of cognitive impairments, suspicion of depression is warranted, and timely treatment should be sought to intervene and prevent the condition from worsening.
3. Sleep disturbances
Depression is a mood disorder that cannot be overlooked, and during its onset, sleep disturbances may occur. Many patients primarily experience reduced sleep quality, finding it difficult to fall asleep at night, frequently waking up in the middle of the night, and experiencing unpleasant emotions when sleep quality is compromised, feeling repeatedly sad and gloomy. If these symptoms persist, and there is a prolonged decline in sleep quality, a check-up should be done to determine if depression is present, in order to initiate treatment and prevent the condition from worsening.
4. Feelings of inferiority
Depression is a serious illness because many patients develop feelings of inferiority during the course of the disease, leading to lowered self-esteem and an unwillingness to engage in communication with others.
If there are noticeable feelings of inferiority, suspicion of depression should be considered, and interventions such as medication and psychological treatment should be pursued. Only when the self-denial and low self-esteem is improved can patients regain confidence, take life seriously, and prevent depression from posing a serious threat to their health.
Depression manifests through many signals, which can easily be confused with other illnesses. Therefore, careful distinction is needed, and if the above characteristics roughly align, heightened vigilance is required.
