Depression can be diagnosed by a health care professional, based on specific symptoms. A diagnosis of depression is made, if five or more of the following symptoms persist for a minimum of two weeks:

• loss of interest in activities/pleasures
• low energy and increased fatigue
• sleeping problems (either sleeping too little/too much)
• increased or decreased appetite or weight
• feelings of hopelessness/negativity
• having thoughts about death or suicide
• feelings of restlessness
• feelings of sadness, anxiety
• problems to concentrate/memory problems

If you experience several of these symptoms, it is always good to contact your general practitioner of diabetes health care professional. They can help you.