Depression can make you feel as if there is a cloud over your life. It can change how you go about your day and how you interact with family and friends. It can make everything seem harder than ever before, and it’s often hard to find joy in things that you used to appreciate. It can also be hard to find the motivation to do anything about these feelings.

Symptoms may include:

• Sadness and/or irritation
• Hopelessness
• Loss of interest in activities
• Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
• Problems with your appetite or the tendency to eat too much
• Difficulty concentrating
• Diminished self-esteem