Depression is a serious problem in the life and work of patients. For some people, they only experience one episode of depression in their lifetime, but for most people with depression, depression is like a spell that is hard to escape from, with frequent relapses and rekindling, spending their lives in panic. After depression treatment, in order to catch possible signs of relapse, focusing on how you feel, seeking timely help as well as responding promptly to relapse warning signs can help you effectively prevent depression relapse. So, what are the danger signs of depression relapse? 1. Depressed mood How do you distinguish depression from simple sadness? If you are depressed because of some special events, such as job loss or divorce, or relationship breakup, this mood may be just normal, temporary sadness. If your sadness, despair, depression or “empty, meaningless” feeling persists for more than 2 weeks and interferes with other aspects of your life, then it is likely to be clinical depression. Are you reluctant to leave the house? Do you feel overwhelmed by talking to people? When family members try to engage you and get you to reveal your feelings, are you disinterested and prefer to go back to bed? It is essential for depressed people to maintain a strong social network. Loss of enthusiasm and enjoyment of life and work, and distractions are some of the classic symptoms of depression. When you notice these signs appearing, try seeking medical support. A support group will understand what you are going through and provide help accordingly. 3. Sleep disorders When you notice changes in sleep habits, such as insomnia – difficulty falling asleep or maintaining sleep – these may be red flags for a relapse in depression. Sleep disorders may cause or worsen the development of other depressive symptoms, such as fatigue. If you are constantly ruminating, have trouble sleeping through the night, or sleep too much and don’t want to get up, be sure to tell your doctor. And if your sleep problems are caused by a depressive relapse, medication and psychotherapy may help.