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Not everyone who is depressed experiences every symptom. Some people experience a few symptoms, some many. Severity of symptoms varies with individuals and also varies over time.

• Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism
  
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
• Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood
  
• Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex
  
• Decreased energy, fatigue, being "slowed down"
  
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions
  
• Insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
• Sleeping too much or having trouble getting or staying asleep
  
• Appetite and/or weight loss or overeating and weight gain
  

• Restlessness, irritability
• Not enjoying being with people
  
• Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain
• Thoughts of death or suicide; suicide attempts
  

If you are experiencing several of these symptoms, see your doctor, who can help you get treatment that will help you feel better.