Anxiety and irritability

If you are suffering from depression, you may also suffer from anxiety.

In a so-called agitated depression, anxiety, irritability and restlessness are common. Suicide risk can be high in such cases and it is important that medical help is sought quickly.

Read more about anxiety.

Men

Mood swings may manifest as increased irritability rather than sadness. You might become

• discontent
• irritable
• quick-tempered
• restless
• aggressive

Instead of becoming passive you are active, often inappropriately so. Your thoughts are marked by feelings of inferiority and pessimism.