Have a family history of depression or have had previous bouts of depression. Lack social support from family or friends. Have tried to commit suicide. Take certain medications. Everyone is different, and your symptoms may differ from others.
Many depressed people think about death.
Thoughts and actions related to death may occur as part of a wish to end pain, suffering and confusion. If you have feelings of wanting to harm yourself or others, call 911 or your doctor, or go immediately to the nearest hospital Emergency Room. If you answered yes to five or more of the above questions, you are experiencing depression. Answers to these last questions may suggest you are grieving a loss. In both situations, you could benefit from counseling for support and to help you sort things out.