Is this depression?

[Adam.1211]

Hey I am not sure if this is depression but, is it when you feel like no one likes you, you will be alone for a long time to come and as soon as you start to feel good about yourself someone knocks you back down?

[Croconaw]

I feel the same way. I guess it's just one's perspecive, but I wouldn't called it depression.

[Appypollylogges]

If you're depressed for unusual periods of time or find yourself becoming sad more frequently than happy, that'd be depression.

[The LOLer]

Yes. But don't give up. You will prevail.

[Stephan]

According to the DSM-IV, a manual used to diagnose mental disorders, depression occurs when you have at least five of the following symptoms at the same time:


A depressed mood during most of the day, particularly in the morning
Fatigue or loss of energy almost every day
Feelings of worthlessness or guilt almost every day
Impaired concentration, indecisiveness
Insomnia (an inability to sleep) or hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) almost every day
Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in almost all activities nearly every day
Recurring thoughts of suicide
A sense of restlessness or being slowed down
Significant weight loss or weight gain

Some Symptoms:


Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions
Fatigue and decreased energy
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness
Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism
Insomnia, early morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping
Irritability, restlessness
Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once pleasurable, including sex
Loss of pleasure in life
Overeating or appetite loss
Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not ease even with treatment
Persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" feelings
Thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts