| Symptom |
Rating 1-3 |
| Prolonged Sadness or
unexplained crying spells |
|
| Significant changes in
appetite, sleep patterns |
|
|
Irritability, anger, worry, agitation, anxiety |
|
|
Pessimism, indifference |
|
| Loss
of energy, tiredness, exhaustion |
|
|
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness |
|
|
Inability to concentrate, indecisiveness |
|
|
Inability to take pleasure in former interests, social
withdrawal, feelings of isolation |
|
|
Unexplained aches and pains |
|
|
Recurring thoughts of death or suicide
This symptom is most important to treat. If you or
someone you care about has thoughts of suicide, get help
right away. Contact a medical professional, clergy
member, loved one, friend or crisis line such as (800)
273-TALK, or go to an emergency room. |
|
|
Heightened mood, exaggerated optimism and
self-confidence |
|
|
Decreased need for sleep (less than three hours) without
fatigue |
|
|
Grandiose delusions, inflated sense of self-importance |
|
|
Excessive irritability, aggressive behavior |
|
|
Increased physical, mental activity |
|
|
Racing speech, flight of ideas, impulsiveness |
|
| Poor
judgment, easily distracted, difficulty concentrating |
|
|
Reckless behavior without concern for consequences, such
as spending sprees, rash business decisions, erratic
driving, sexual indiscretions |
|
|
Auditory hallucinations (hearing voices) or delusions
(strong convictions about things that aren’t true) |
|
