Depression can be clinically diagnosed as a severe mood disorder. This generally affects how one thinks and behaves throughout the day. It doesn't have to necessarily be a long-term thing; depression can last seconds. We must be quick to recognize it.

Some signs and symptoms may include:

Hopelessness
Irritability
Loss of interest or pleasure
"Emptiness" feeling
Bodily aches and pains/cramps
Less energy or fatigue
Sleeplessness or oversleeping
Appetite-loss or overeating
Suicidal thoughts