Clinical depression (also called major depressive disorder or unipolar depression) is a state of extreme sadness, melancholy or misery resulting in social inactivity and complete isolation.

So, have a look at these SYMPTOMS:

1. Persistent mood swings

2. Emotional instability

3. Feelings of helplessness, hopelessness and loneliness

4. Feelings of intense melancholy or sadness

5. Social isolation

6. Lack of motivation

7. Fear and anxiety

8. Increase or loss of appetite resulting in weight gain or weight loss

9. Lack of interest and pleasure in most of the activities including sex

10. Disturbed sleep patterns- insomnia

11. Irritability and restlessness

12. Fatigue

13. Indecisiveness

14. Lack of concentration

15. Loss of memory

16. Intrusive and recurring suicidal thoughts

17. Feeling guilty, worthless and dependent

When your child starts refusing to go to school, shows no interest in extra-curricular activities, carries morbid fears such as the death of parents and low self-esteem, then this is to get cautious; probably your child is suffering from Clinical Depression.

Your life is so precious for all around you and not paying attention to your health can make the situations worse. And if you know what are the causes and symptoms of Clinical Depression, then you can save your own life and the ones close to you.