A subjective performance evaluation typically relates to intangible employee qualities and is based on subjective feedback from the manager as opposed to objective, measurable feedback.
In addition, according to the DSM-5 -- a manual used to diagnose mental health conditions -- you may have other symptoms with major depression. Those symptoms might include: Fatigue or loss of energy almost every day. Feelings of worthlessness or guilt almost every day.
There are several different types of clinical depression (mood disorders that include depressive symptoms): 1  Major depression is an episode of change in mood that lasts for weeks or months. It is one of the most severe types of depression.