Are you having sleep problems lately? Do you worry all the time? Does it seem like you are never happy anymore?
All of these are telltale signs of anxiety and depression. It’s important that you see a doctor right away if you believe you have one or both of these serious mental illnesses.
And we’re going to help with this. Below, we have even more signs of depression and anxiety disorders for you to look at.
This checklist will give you an idea of whether or not you need help with these issues. Read on to learn more.
1. Lack of Enjoyment
It’s hard to enjoy things when you feel sad or worried all the time. If you’re living with anxiety and depression, you experience very little joy in anything you do throughout the day, even your favorite actives.
2. Excessive Worry
The number one sign of an anxiety disorder is that you are always worrying. In fact, you expect that things will go wrong whenever possible.
This is not the same as “preparing for the worst.” Preparing means that you are confident you can handle whatever’s coming. Worrying means that you feel stressed about the future.
3. Trouble Concentrating
Constant worry and obsessing over sad thoughts both weary your mind. After this, you have very little mental energy to concentrate on anything else.
4. Being Easily Frustrated
Your emotions get worn out from anxiety and depression, too. Then, when problems come along, you don’t have the emotional energy to deal with them. This makes small problems seem enormous and, thus, you’re easily frustrated.
5. Constant Sadness
We all feel sad once in a while. But when weeks go by and your sadness doesn’t lift, that’s depression.
6. Feeling Empty or Hopeless
Such a long period of sadness evolves into even worse emotions. It can make you feel like you’ll never be happy again.
7. Shallow or Rapid Breathing
Pay attention to your breathing once in a while. Do you always take full, deep breaths, or are they shallow?
Shallow breathing is a sign of depression. Also, people with anxiety sometimes display rapid breathing when they’re stressed.
8. Decline in Grooming Habits
When you feel bad all the time and nothing seems to make you happy, you don’t feel like combing your hair or brushing your teeth, either. Those who have anxiety and depression often stop taking care of themselves.
9. Panic Attacks
Panic attacks are a sign of a specific anxiety disorder called panic disorder. If you experience a panic attack, see a doctor right away.
10. Sleep Problems
Lastly, those who have anxiety or depression may have trouble falling/staying asleep. If you have this problem, it’s worth it to ask your doctor if a mental illness is to blame.
Are You Experiencing These Signs of Anxiety and Depression?
Please, do not ignore these signs of anxiety and depression. If you notice that you are experiencing several of these signs, see your doctor or a mental health professional right away.
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