The physiological effects of unipolar major depression often make people lose their appetites and drop weight. It may be difficult for you to eat, because food just does not look appetizing. If you try to force yourself to eat, it might seem tasteless and unappealing. Some people with major depressive illness find the very thought of food nauseating.
In our weight-conscious society, you may be happy to lose a few pounds at first, but the longer you continue to be depressed, the more weight you lose. It may not be obvious at first, but if your weight loss is extreme, other people will begin to notice that you appear drawn, sallow, and sickly. Fortunately, you will be back to your healthy self again after successful treatment.
- What kind of emotional changes can I expect if my depression grows worse?
- What do people look like when they are depressed?
- Is there any good news about this diagnosis?
- How does depression affect people’s longevity?
- Is there really a Band Aid that takes away depression?
- Will I have to keep taking medications or going to psychotherapy for the rest of my life?
- What’s a simple definition of major depression?
- What else can I do?
- Why do I get depressed over happy events, like my wedding?
- Is there somewhere I can go to get away from stress?
- Is there something simple and easy I can try to reduce my stress level?
- Are drug companies suppressing natural products to make more money from their drugs?
- What are some commonly used products that are bad for my depression?
- What about marijuana? It makes me feel less depressed after I smoke it.
- What exactly is stress?
- What are some good, basic dietary rules?
- Can vitamins help my depression?
- Should I take something to give me more energy?
- What should I do if my antidepressant just isn’t working?
- Are herbal supplements effective?
