A few questions about depression

[Beautiful Fireball]

Can you get physical symptoms from it? If yes what are they?

Can you be depressed even if you don't necessarily feel sad?

 

[AWorkInProgress]

Can you get physical symptoms from it? If yes what are they?

Can you be depressed even if you don't necessarily feel sad?

Source: http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=18543

Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood
Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex
Decreased energy, fatigue, being "slowed down"
Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions
Insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping
Appetite and/or weight loss or overeating and weight gain
Thoughts of death or suicide; suicide attempts
Restlessness, irritability
Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain

Google ftw! Depression symtoms

 

[igotbegot]

Yes and yes. In fact, when I was diagnosed my first reaction was "but I'm not sad!". I had all kinds of symptoms and all kinds of crap going on.

Many years and much treatment later, I can thankfully say I'm a lot better.

 

[rushingwind62]

it varies from person to person, but yes you can have physical symptons. They can range anywhere from major fatigue to sleep disturbances, to actually making one self sick.

 

[goldenviolet]

because it varies from person to person; yopu should consult your doctor. only he can determine if you need any treatment etc.