Having a negative and hopeless outlook The person you know may be more negative or pessimistic than usual, both about themselves and the world around them.
Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness• It is also possible that depression may leave your friend so tired and down that they don't even know what kind of help to ask for.
Checkpoint 3 Appetite and Weight Change Now, this checkpoint has poles, either you will see a person eating enormous amounts of food or no food at all.
Serious or chronic illness, including cancer, stroke, chronic pain or heart disease• If you've never had depression, it may be hard for you to empathize.