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DEPRESSION SYMPTOM CHECKLIST

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A cold is a common physical illness. Depression is a common mental illness that affects mind and body. Both illnesses strike people of all ages, races, religions, and socio-economic groups. A cold gets better on its own after a few days. Depression, without treatment, tends to get worse and worse. 

Depression is not just sadness. People can’t just “snap out of it”, no matter how hard they try. It’s not about will power. Fortunately, unlike a cold, depression responds very well to treatment. There is no reason to suffer. 

Take a moment to answer the following questions and find out whether you might be suffering from depression.

Put a check next to the feelings or behaviors that you have experienced almost every day for the last 2 weeks or longer.

___ I feel sad, “down in the dumps”, and/or unusually irritable.

___ I don’t care any more about things I used to enjoy.

___ I feel tired all the time. Everything is an effort.

___ I don’t have an appetite any more or I’m eating all the time.

___ I can’t sleep through the night or all I want to do is sleep.

___ I feel a tremendous sense of guilt or worthlessness.

___ I can’t concentrate or make decisions. I can’t remember things like I used to.

___ I feel restless or I feel like I can hardly move.

___ I keep thinking that my life is not worth living, that I might be better off dead.

 

If you answered “yes” to 5 or more of the above statements, you most likely have depression. We strongly urge you to get counseling help. You may also benefit from antidepressant medication and should consult your physician. 

If you answered “yes” to 2 or more, you might be depressed or developing depression. Counseling can help.

If you responded “yes” to the last statement, it is urgent that you seek professional help. 

NOTE: This checklist cannot take the place of an evaluation by a mental health or medical professional. If you have questions about the symptoms you are experiencing, please schedule an appointment with the Counseling Center or drop in to talk with a counselor.

Faculty and staff are invited to consult with the Counseling Office regarding referrals to mental health care providers in the community.

COUNSELING IS FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL FOR MANOR STUDENTS AND AVAILABLE DURING THE ACADEMIC YEAR