People with MS can get depressed. A lot of feelings come up when
adjusting to life with a chronic disease: grief, anger and
anxiety are just a few. But if your "blue" mood goes on for
weeks or more, it may be a sign that you are clinically
depressed. Depression tends to worsen if it is not treated. So
take action if you think you are depressed. The first step is to
recognize the problem. Then get the help you need to cope with
it. Recognize the problem. Do you have 5 or more of these
symptoms that last for two weeks or longer? - Loss of interest
in usual activities - Feeling sad, tearful, anxious, or "numb" -
Feeling irritable, angry, pessimistic - Feeling hopeless,
helpless, empty - Feeling guilty, worthless - Decreased energy,
ongoing fatigue - Impaired concentration, memory, decision-
making - Sleeping too much or too little - Appetite and weight
changes - Thoughts of death or suicide Get the help you need. -
Get a professional evaluation by a physician and/or mental
health professional. - Call 1-800-344-48