The signs of depression include sad mood, constant lethargy, lack of interest, easy irritability, disturbed sleep and appetite, negative thoughts such as low self-confidence, ideas of worthlessness, helplessness and hopelessness.
A person may be unable to hold tears most of the times. In severe depression,he or she may get suicidal feelings.
According to a study conducted by the WHO chances of an individual developing an episode of depression during the lifetime is nine percent (9%) in India.
Depression is the second leading cause of death and disability across the world.
Depression can affect anyone, regardless of the person's success, financial situation or relationships. But,it most often appears for the first time during the prime of a person's life - from ages 24 to 44. One in four women and one in ten men will experience depression at some point in their lives.