Man:  Symptoms of depression for a man.

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A Man and Depression

By CyberParent Staff

If these symptoms describe you as a depressed man,  get help! 

For the Male of Today: 

1. A persistent sad or depressed mood.

2. Markedly diminished interest or pleasure in usually  pleasurable activities.

3. Plus at least any four of the following:

• significant weight loss or, atypically, weight gain
• insomnia, hypersomnia, or early morning awakening
• psychomotor agitation or retardation
• decreased energy or fatigue
• feelings of hopelessness, guilt, worthlessness or helplessness
• difficulty thinking, concentrating, remembering or making decisions
• recurrent thoughts of death, suicide, a suicide attempt, or a specific plan for suicide

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Source: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental  Disorders, American Psychiatric Association, Washington, D.C., 1994

If this describes you, please seek professional help!

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