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Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is manifested by a combination of symptoms (see symptom list) that interfere with the ability to work, study, sleep, eat, and enjoy once pleasurable activities. Such a disabling episode of depression (lasting 2 weeks or more) may occur once or several times in one’s lifetime.

Symptoms of Depression:

• Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood
• Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism
• Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness
• Loss of pleasure in activities that were once enjoyed
• 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
• Thought of death or suicide; suicide attempts
• Restlessness, irritability