Feeling down and out is one thing, but it is important to be able to distinguish between regular everyday blues and clinical depression. Everyone has bad days. When those bad days continue without stopping there may be need for medical intervention.
Depression can lead to severe forms of illness and suicide so it is important that the signs are not taken lightly. This quiz should help you to ascertain if you or someone you know may be depressed before it’s too late.
Which of these behaviors is one symptom of depression?
Cynicism Unexplained aggression Loss of interest in all things Rapid mood swings
Which of these are signs your depression is serious enough to warrant professional help?
Difficulty concentrating or remembering Constant fatigue or listlessness A lingering feeling of the “blues” All of the above
Depression peaks at certain life stages. People in which group are likely to experience it most often?
16 to 24 25 to 44 45 to 49 50 and older
How should you respond to a depressed person?
Be upbeat Listen Encourage the person to spend time alone Keep the person company but don’t talk about the depression
Which of these approaches will do more harm than good when you’re trying to help a depressed person?
Offering solutions Scheduling leisure activities Overanalyzing the problem A and C
A major cause of depression in women is:
Increased stresses Sadness Jealousy Competitiveness
Proper nutrition may improve your state of mind. Which of these vitamins may help alleviate depressed moods if you are deficient in it?
Vitamin C Vitamin B-complex Vitamin A Vitamin E
Which of these should you avoid if you’re depressed?
A romantic relationship A job change Major decisions All of the above
