Some general symptoms of a low mood will usually go away after a few days or weeks. If you’re still feeling low after two weeks or longer, it could be a symptom of depression. 1
Other symptoms of depression can include:
- Feeling hopeless
- Feeling like you’re not getting any enjoyment out of life
- Finding it hard to concentrate on everyday activities
- Having suicidal thoughts or thoughts about harming yourself.1
If you need urgent support or want to talk to someone straight away, there are a range of free, confidential mental health helplines available. Find contact options including phone, text, email and online chat services through Heads Together and Rethink Mental Illness. You can also contact the Samaritans.
- Get help with low mood, sadness or depression. nhs.uk. Published February 2, 2021. Accessed March 23, 2021. https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/low-mood-sadness-depression/
Published: October 2022
Next review: October 2025
Reviewer: Mital Thakrar, Pharmacist
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