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Depression is a very common illness and nothing to be ashamed of. Journalist Mike Wallace, talk show host Dick Cavett, and writer William Styron have publicly shared their stories of fighting–and beating–depression. 3a1581
"I was ashamed to tell anyone that I was depressed."

Recognizing the Signs
How do you know if you're depressed? People suffering from depression feel unhappy, down, or blue every day. They lose interest in hobbies, activities, and people they used to enjoy. A depressed person may also:
  • Feel worthless, guilty, helpless, or hopeless.
  • Have trouble sleeping or sleep too much.
  • Lose his or her appetite or overeat.
  • Feel tired, weak, and low on energy.
  • Feel restless and unable to sit still.
  • Have problems concentrating, remembering, or making decisions.
  • Cry more easily than usual.
  • Lose interest in sex.
  • Think or talk about suicide.
 People who are depressed may also have other physical symptoms. If another cause can't be found, problems such as headaches, stomachaches, or backaches may be signs of depression.

Getting Help
If you have symptoms of depression, you can get help. Talk to your doctor or another mental health professional, who can evaluate you and help you get treatment. Talk to family members and friends you feel close to, who can give you support. And realize that you can help yourself. Right now you may be feeling like there's no end in sight. But treatment for depression is often effective. Treatment may help you find happiness in your life and let you feel like yourself again.

 
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