Cause 10. Depression: The Emotional Drain of Energy
Depression is a serious mental health disorder that significantly impacts a person’s feelings, thoughts, and actions. It is characterized by a persistent feeling of sadness, a loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed, and a continuing sense of despair. One of the significant effects of depression is a constant feeling of fatigue or lack of energy, which can lead to excessive sleeping.
People with depression often experience changes in their sleep patterns. They may have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, known as insomnia. Alternatively, they may have hypersomnia, characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness or longer than usual sleep duration. This disrupted sleep schedule can lead to a cycle of sleeping more but feeling less rested, thereby contributing to feelings of lethargy and even more fatigue.
Depression is more than just having a bad day or feeling down. It is a serious mental health condition that requires understanding and medical care. It is also more common than one might think, affecting more than 264 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.(10)
