Characteristics Of Depression

Question 1

What are the behavioural symptoms of depression

Answer 1

Activity levels- Lethargy or agitation
Disruption to sleep and eating
Aggression and self harm

Question 2

What are the emotional symptoms of depression

Answer 2

Lowered mood
Angers towards self and others leading to behavioural changes
Lowered self esteem

Question 3

What are the cognitive symptoms of depression

Answer 3

Poor concentration- Difficulty in making decisions
Attending to and dwelling on the negative- Half empty
Absolutist thinking- Black and White