​Some common Symptoms of Depression

• Feelings of sadness or Irritability, frustration, agitation, or restlessness
• Loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities
• Insomnia or excessive sleeping
• Changes in appetite or weight
• Indecisiveness, distractibility, or decreased concentration
• Fatigue, tiredness, or loss of energy
• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
• Trouble with thinking, concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things
• Thoughts of death, dying, or suicide​​

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Depression doesn't have a single cause. Most likely it’s caused by a combination of factors that may include:

• Family history of depression
  
• Brain Chemistry 
  
• Life events and stressors (academic, personal, or financial stress) 
  
• Environmental factors (like a change of seasons)
  
• Serious illnesses Losses
  
• Experiencing prolonged bias/discrimination