When should you seek help?

Crying in response to something that makes you happy or sad is normal and healthy. Don’t shy away from shedding tears if you feel the need to release. Excessive crying is something you should chat about with your doctor, however. If crying starts to interfere with your everyday activities, it may be a sign of depression.

Other symptoms of depression include:

*feelings of sadness or hopelessness

*feelings of irritability or frustration

*changes in appetite, or weight loss or gain

*lack of energy

*trouble sleeping or sleeping too much

*unexplained aches or pains

*thoughts of death or suicide