Exhaustion. Persistent low energy. Inability to sleep or stay asleep. Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, or emptiness. These are only some of the signs that indicate you may be suffering from what is called “clinical depression.” As these symptoms persist, the negative views may eventually lead a person to feel like giving up.
It is important to realize that these feelings of negativity are only part of the depression and are not typically an accurate reflection of the actual situation. As treatment begins, these negative feelings fade.
The important thing to remember here is patience. You may be taking antidepressant medications or undergoing therapy or any combination of both and you may be getting better. However, do not make the mistake of expecting that your mood would immediately turn for the better.
Most likely, the change would be gradual, nothing drastic. At first, the change might even seem imperceptible but as time passes, you will notice that you are feeling better about yourself. Once you do, then you are on your way to recovery.
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