Symptom 7. Difficulty Concentrating or Making Decisions
Depression can impair cognitive function, making it challenging to concentrate, remember details, or make decisions. This can affect various aspects of an individual’s life, from work performance to personal relationships, and contribute to feelings of inadequacy or failure.
It’s essential to recognize that difficulty concentrating or making decisions is a symptom of depression and not a personal failing. Discussing these challenges with a mental health professional can help you identify strategies for improving focus and decision-making abilities.
Some techniques for addressing concentration difficulties may include breaking tasks into smaller steps, reducing distractions, and practicing mindfulness or meditation to improve mental clarity. (7)
