Individuals with moderate depression may experience symptoms that are more serious in terms of severity and duration than someone with mild depression. They may also experience more symptoms than a person with mild depression does.

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Moderate Symptoms of Depression

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Moderately severe depression is marked by two main symptoms: persistent low mood and decreased interest in activities. Some of the other symptoms of depression include:

• Avoiding social activities

• Changes in appetite

• Decreased productivity

• Despair and guilt

• Difficulty concentrating

• Difficulty sleeping

• Excessive worry

• Fatigue or lack of energy

• Feelings of hopelessness

• Irritability

• Lack of motivation

• Low self-esteem

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An individual with a moderately severe depressive episode will usually have considerable difficulty in continuing with social, work or domestic activities.

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For moderate to severe depression, a combination of talking therapy and antidepressants is often recommended.​​

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While antidepressants and therapy are the most effective treatment for people who have moderate depression, lifestyle modifications cab be used as an adjunct

 

• Get Regular Exercise

• Managing Stress Levels

• Yoga and Meditation

• Relaxation techniques

• Mindfulness Techniques

• Breathing exercises

• Self Care

• Having a routine- It may require extra effort

• No negative self talk

• Eat a healthy diet

• Seek out social support

• Engage in activities you enjoy

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·   Try to avoid isolating yourself when you are feeling down. Depression often causes people to withdraw from friends and loved ones, but reaching out to the people who care about you can actually help reduce feelings of depression.

 

If these do not help, please seek professional help