In addition to depressed mood or loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities, to be diagnosed as having a major depressive episode a client must exhibit at least four other symptoms, such as:
a. changes in appetite or weight, sleep disturbance, fatigue, and feelings of worthlessness
b. flight of ideas, body aches, feeling empty, and overeating
c. suicidal ideations, threatening behavior, loss of control, and moderate anxiety
d. difficulty making decisions, hallucinations, hyperactivity, and irritability
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Depression is a state of extreme sadness, hopelessness, and helplessness. The client may also experience insomnia, hypersomnia, or a change in eating patterns. Other common symptoms of depression include lethargy, decreased libido, frequent crying spells, racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, and thoughts of suicide. The client may also have body aches and pains, and irritability or crankiness rather than sadness.
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