Hello everyone! How is life treating you? Are you feeling down or experiencing sadness more than usual? Or maybe you lost your appetite and can’t get a good night’s sleep? Life can be really hard sometimes and can take a toll on our mental health. Daily struggle may contribute to the development of certain illnesses and disorders.  

In today’s quiz we would like to help you find the answer to the question ‘Do I have depression’? All you need to do is answer 20 questions in the quiz. We hope all is well! 

Depression – Major Depressive Disorder

Depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is one of the most common mental illnesses people can suffer from. It’s a serious condition which negatively affects our physical and cognitive performance. It has an impact on our mood, thinking, sleep, and daily habits. A person suffering from depression may lose an interest in things they enjoy and cause prolonged sadness, anger, and even suicidal thoughts. Getting through a day can become a challenging and overwhelming task. 

Depression can be caused by many environmental factors and events. It can also occur at any stage of one’s life, but most of the time it develops during the late teens to mid-20s. Globally, About 5% of adults are affected by depression.  

According to the studies, women are more prone to develop major depressive disorder. It is estimated that one in every three women in the world experience this illness at some point in their life. 

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Warning Signs And Symptoms

Depression is a very complex disorder which can manifest itself in a number of ways. Depending on a person, it can include different sets of symptoms and warning signs. Fortunately, there are many common symptoms which can tell us that we may suffer from depression. If you experience only a few of them, it may mean that you are not in a good mental state but not necessarily have depression. The more symptoms you experience, the higher the chance that you are in a depressed state. Take a look at the list below and see for yourself if your bad mental condition is caused by depression.

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• Getting angry more often than before
• Feeling hopeless and overwhelmed
• Change in appetite 
• Loss of weight
• Sleeping too much or too less
• Feeling worthless and useless
• Low confidence and self-esteem
• Decreased energy levels 
• Lower cognitive performance
• Suicidal thoughts
• Problems with concentration
• Stomach pain, headaches, back pain, aching muscles
• Lack of motivation 
• Loss of pleasure in doing things you enjoy
• Avoiding social interactions
• Difficulty to speak in a clear manner

If you experience five or more signs for more than two weeks, you probably suffer from depression. Make sure to seek professional help as it is not easy to heal one’s mind without medical assistance. If it has a negative impact on your daily life, there is no time to waste. There are trained professionals who are waiting to help you so you don’t have to fight this battle alone. 

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Disorders Similar To Depression

Diagnosing depression may not be easy as it seems. There are other mental illnesses which have similar symptoms to major depressive disorder.

One of such disorders is anxiety. It is possible to have both depression and anxiety at the same time. What is more, anxiety can be one of the causes of major depressive disorder. Even though they are two different conditions, they share some symptoms like irritability, nervousness, problems with concentration and sleep.

The second disorder to consider is anemia. Anemia occurs when we have not enough red blood cells to carry oxygen. This results in lowered energy levels, fatigue, exhaustion, and lack of motivation. Untreated anemia may lead to depression.

It’s also worth it to rule out ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). ADHD includes such symptoms as restlessness, difficulty to focus, lack of motivation, and irritability. Even if you were not diagnosed with ADHD in your childhood, it is possible that this condition is manifesting itself during your adulthood. 

Another disorder that may mimic depression is Parkinson. A person suffering from Parkinson’s disease experiences mood swings, slower movements, lack of energy which can also occur in depression.

Depression also shares some symptoms with fibromyalgia which is caused by chemical imbalance in the brain. Similar symptoms include exhaustion, fatigue, muscle pain and mood swings. Untreated fibromyalgia may eventually lead to the development of depression. This condition is easier to rule out as it also causes higher sensitivity to pain and numbness in arms, legs, and hands.

Get Ready For The Test

Do I have depression? Answer 20 questions included in our test and find out if you may suffer from depression disorder. We wish you a speedy recovery!

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