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"How do I know if someone is depressed?"

"How do I know if someone is depressed?"

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 Hey ya'll! October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. Depression looks different for everyone. There are some people who are able to be pretty functional and still suffer from depression. According to Mental Health America, depression is a mood disorder. Yes, we all have our ups and downs with our mood. But a person who is depressed has these mood shifts for about two weeks. On today's episode, I'll be talking about: Symptoms of Depression. What looks like depression might not be depression. Ways to help you to navigate depression. Here are some symptoms of depression: Feeling or appearing low, empty inside, or irritable most of the day every day Losing interest in activities you would normally enjoy Changes in appetite or weight—eating more or less; gaining or losing weight Changes in sleep—either not being able to sleep or sleeping too much Changes in activity—feeling restless inside or feeling sluggish Feeling exhausted even when you seem to be getting enough sleep Speaking or moving slowly, fidgeting, or pacing Feelings of worthlessness or guilt Difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions Thoughts of death or suicide Ways to navigate depression: Create a daily routine. Connect with important people in your life on a regular basis. Learn a new hobby. Go for a walk. Speaking with a therapist. October 8th is National Depression Screening Day. Are you concerned that you or someone who you know is depressed, check out this screener. --- DISCLAIMER: Mindful Nuggets was a podcast to support women who are on their mental and spiritual wellness journey. Please note that the information provided here is from my own perspective and some from what I have found through research. If you take any information from this podcast, you are doing so at your own risk. Listening to this podcast episode does not replace the need to seek out the support of a trained mental health professional. Please know that this podcast does not supplement seeing a mental health therapist and/or seeking spiritual counseling from your local church. If you are actively wanting to end your life, please call 911 or go to the local emergency room. If you are in a mental health crisis, you can call 988 from your cell phone to get support OR text "hello" to 741741 to speak with a crisis counselor via text. If you need help locating a therapist, you can find one at psychologytoday.com, therapyden.com or therapyforblackgirls.com. If you need help with locating a therapist, please feel free to connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast. If this episode today has encouraged you, share with others, please leave a comment and give the show a five star rating! If you have questions or comments for me personally, you can connect with me on IG @mindfulnuggetspodcast.
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