Physical Symptom of Depression
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Antidepressants don't work as well in patients with chronic pain, suggesting that new treatment plans may be needed.
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Pain is a serious sign
Psychology Today
Depression affects the body as well as the mind, sometimes producing physical pain. Learn more about the physical symptoms of depression in this article.
Aches and pains may be clues
J Clinic Psych
Patients often seek help for physical symptoms, without recognizing depression as the cause. Academic paper examines the spectrum of physical symptoms of depression.
Map your symptoms
Eli Lilly
Interactive tool rates how different physical symptoms of depression affect your life. Easy to print out and share with your doctor.
Older patients may have physical symptoms of depression, even if they don't express feelings of sadness.
Appetite and weight changes
Lifestyle Company
Depression and weight are linked in complex ways. Physical symptoms of depression include weight gain or loss and changes in appetite.
Is it just the blues?
Univ. of Iowa
Everyone goes through rough times. But the psychological and physical symptoms of serious depression are something else entirely.
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Depression looks different in men
Healthy Place
The physical symptoms of depression may be different in men, making it more difficult for them to receive an accurate diagnosis.
Seasonal affective disorder
Net Doctor
Physical symptoms of depression, such as tiredness and overeating, are especially obvious in seasonal affective disorder.
Checklist for assessment
Beyond Blue
A simple checklist that breaks down the psychological and the physical symptoms of depression.
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The mind-body connection
J Clinic Pysch
A fairly technical piece that summarizes the biology behind the physical symptoms of depression.
Chronic back pain
Spine-Health
Back and joint pain can be a cause as well as a physical symptom of depression.
Insomnia and depression: Which came first?
Psychology Today
Depression is often accompanied by sleep disturbances and treating insomnia may actually prevent depressive episodes.

