Manifestations and common symptoms of major depression

The symptoms of patients with severe depression are very obvious. Many people have been in a negative mood for a long time and are prone to extreme behavior. Therefore, once symptoms of severe depression are found, they should be taken seriously! Patients with toxic depression are very dangerous and should be treated as soon as possible. So. What are the typical symptoms of severe depression?

Symptoms

1. Extremely negative emotions

The most representative symptom of severe depression is emotional expression. Severely depressed patients are no longer able to feel joy, anger, sorrow, or happiness, and have no interest in anything. They gradually develop a world-weariness mentality. Severe emotional depression always brings about thoughts of self-blame and guilt. Patients may refuse to eat or only eat white rice because of guilt delusions.

2. Slow thinking and action

The mental manifestations of severe depression can also be reflected in slow speech, low voice, small amount of speech, slow response, and every word and action requires overcoming great resistance. A small number of people with severe depression may remain silent and lie in bed motionless, which is called depressive stupor.

Patients with agitated depression have significantly increased speech and movement, are anxious and fearful, and are prone to self-harm, which is very dangerous.

3. Frequent physical discomfort

The most noticeable symptom of severe depression by the patient or others is physical discomfort. Severe patients will appear haggard and old, with sluggish eyes, poor appetite, decreased physical fitness, reduced sweat and saliva secretion, constipation, and decreased libido. Female patients often have amenorrhea. They also have sleep disorders such as stubborn insomnia.

4. The intention to commit suicide is clear and easy to achieve

Suicide attempts and behaviors are the most dangerous symptoms of depression patients. They can occur when symptoms are severe, or in the early stages or when the condition is improving. Patients often have careful plans in advance and act covertly to avoid the attention of medical staff, so suicide attempts are often successful.