Understanding Double Depression: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Double depression is a condition that comes from the combination of dysthymia and major depression. Dysthymia is a mild form of depression that is chronic, and major depression causes a chemical imbalance in the brain. Double depression comes with some specific symptoms.

Mood Alteration

• Double depression can cause a person to be in a constant state of sadness.

Sleep Pattern Disruption

• Sleeping patterns can become altered. A person with double depression can stay awake for long hours or sleep for extended periods of time.

Aches and Pains

• The body can also feel physical symptoms. Aches, pains and illnesses can occur, such as backaches and upset stomachs.

Weight Loss and Gain

• The appetite can also be affected, either going up or go down, which can lead to rapid weight gain or loss.

Anxiety

• Anxiety can also set in; people can become very edgy and nervous, even about the smallest things.

Negative Thinking

• In the worst of cases, thoughts of suicide and death can be seen. In the worst cases, there can even be attempts at committing suicide.