Understanding Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and Impact
Depression is more than just feeling sad or going through a rough patch. It's a serious mental health condition that can affect every aspect of your life, from how you feel and think to how you act.
Symptoms can range from feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness, or hopelessness, to physical problems like back pain or headaches. You might lose interest in things you once enjoyed, have trouble sleeping, or struggle to concentrate. Recognizing these signs and symptoms is the first step in dealing with depression.
Depression symptoms can affect all aspects of your wellbeing. The following are some of the things you may notice.

Emotional:
- Sadness
- Emptiness
- Hopelessness
- Tearfulness
- Loss of joy or pleasure

Cognitive:
- Difficulty concentrating
- Difficulty making decisions
- Difficulty remembering information
- Negative thoughts
- Self-doubt
- Feelings of worthlessness

Behavioral:
- Loss of interest in activities
- Social withdrawal
- Neglect of responsibilities
- Sleep changes (insomnia, oversleeping)
- Appetite changes (weight loss or gain)
- Agitation
- Restlessness
- Slowed movements

Physical:
- Fatigue
- Aches and pains
- Headaches
- Digestive problems
- Weakened immune function
- Suicidal thoughts or behaviors (severe cases)

Transform Your Life with Upper Limits Therapy
At Upper Limits Therapy, Karl Nitz takes a compassionate and personalized approach to treating depression, helping clients navigate their unique challenges with expert guidance and evidence-based techniques.
As a licensed clinical social worker, Karl understands that depression affects everyone differently, which is why he tailors treatment plans to fit each individual’s needs, goals, and experiences. Through a combination of talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and practical coping tools, he empowers clients to break free from negative thought patterns, build resilience, and regain control of their lives. At Upper Limits Therapy, you’ll find a supportive, judgment-free environment where healing begins, hope is restored, and lasting change becomes possible.