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Depression is more than just feeling sad or going through a rough patch. It's a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people in the UK and worldwide. If you find yourself thinking things like ‘am I depressed?’ and ‘what exactly is depression?’, it may be time to reach out to a professional therapist to help understand and manage signs of depression.

If you’re in Leicester or any of the surrounding areas (Oadby, Wigston, Blaby, Countesthorpe, Lutterworth, Broughton Astley or Market Harborough), Resilient Mind Therapies offers non-judgmental, supportive CBT therapy sessions face-to-face to help with depression. We also see patients from all over the UK via online sessions. If you’re looking for qualified depression therapists, reach out to us today for support and guidance.

Depression affects not just your mind, but your body and behaviour too. The signs of depression can vary and range from mind to severe. While many of these signs are part of life’s everyday ups and downs, the more symptoms you have, the stronger they are, and the longer they’ve lasted—the more likely it is that you’re dealing with depression. 

Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood

Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism

Irritability

Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness

Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities

Fatigue and decreased energy

 Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping

Changes in appetite - weight loss or gain unrelated to dieting

Aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems without a clear physical cause

Difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions

Moving or talking more slowly

 Restlessness or having trouble sitting still

Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts

Remember, experiencing some of these symptoms doesn't automatically mean you have depression. However, if you're experiencing several of these symptoms for most of the day, nearly every day, for at least two weeks, it might be time to seek professional help. At Resilient Mind Therapies we can help you understand and manage these symptoms.