You might be depressed and not know it.
But depression and sadness do not always go hand-in-hand.
Is it really possible to be depressed and not know it?
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What Is Sadness?
If youre feeling sad most or all of the time, it could be a sign that youre depressed.
Sadness vs. Depression
Sadness and depression can hit you suddenly or come on slowly over time.
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They can berelated to a situationin your life or seem to happen forno “reason” at all.
It can be hard to tell the signs of depression likesadnessorgrief.
Can You Be Depressed and Not Know It?
They might also ask you questions that are part of ascreening test for depression.
If they think youre depressed, they might feel comfortable talking to you about treatment.
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What If It’s Not Depression?
Depression is not the only mental health condition that can make you feel sad.
MAOIs and TCAs are less commonly used because they tend to have more side effects.
But for some people, these medications are the best choice.
Talk therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are two of the most common approaches to treating depression.
Find out which option is the best for you.
You may find it hard to start and keep going, especially if youre feeling very low.
But remember: You dont have to do it all at once.
For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database.
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