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Depression is one of the most common mental health concerns in young Australians. Depression in young people is characterised by a significant, noticeable negative change in mood, thoughts, and behaviour. Depression will impact how you live in a number of ways.
´´To be honest, it didn’t make much sense to me at the time. I just knew I wasn’t feeling myself and I couldn’t really explain why.´´
- Lachlan McTackett
Signs & Symptoms | Beyond Blue
Signs & Symptoms | Beyond Blue
Behaviour
Behaviour
Not going out anymore
Not getting things done at work/school
Withdrawing from close family and friends
Relying on alcohol and sedatives
Not doing usual enjoyable activities
Unable to concentrate
Feelings
Feelings
overwhelmed
guilty
irritable
frustrated
lacking in confidence
unhappy
indecisive
disappointed
miserable
sad
Thoughts
Thoughts
'I’m a failure.'
'It’s my fault.'
'Nothing good ever happens to me.'
'I’m worthless.'
'Life’s not worth living.'
'People would be better off without me.'
Physical
Physical
tired all the time
sick and run down
headaches and muscle pains
churning gut
sleep problems
loss or change of appetite
significant weight loss or gain
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