Stress or Depression? Signs and Symptoms

Stress is what you experience when you are overwhelmed by mental and emotional pressure. You may have issues at work, with your spouse or financial troubles.


Although stress is not a disorder, it can develop into an illness if it is not managed and be left for too long until it becomes chronic.


According to Psychiatrist, Dr Dimitrios Paschos as quoted in the Metro.co.uk in an article entitled "The difference between stress and depression and warning signs to look out for" depression is a clinical condition that has well defined system. He also said that it was a common disorder affecting the population.


Here we share with you some of the signs and symptoms of stress and depression:


Common Signs of Stress


Trouble sleeping


Feeling overwhelmed


Problems with memory


Problems concentrating


Change in eating habits


Feeling nervous or anxious


Feeling angry, irritable or easily frustrated


Feeling burned out from studying or schoolwork


Feeling that you can't overcome difficulties in your life


Trouble functioning in class or in your personal life


Common Signs of Depression


Withdrawing from other people


Feeling sad and hopeless


Lack of energy, enthusiasm and motivation


Trouble making decisions


Being restless, agitated and irritable


Eating more or less than usual


Sleeping more or less than usual


Trouble concentrating


Trouble with memory


Feeling bad about yourself or feeling guilty


Anger and rage


Feeling that you can't overcome difficulties in your life


Trouble functioning in your class or in your personal life


Thoughts of suicide


Source: Mental Health America