Here are the CCMD-3 diagnostic criteria for depressive episodes , compare to see if you are suffering from depression? Depressive episodes are dominated by a depressed mood that is out of proportion to its situation and can range from moping to grief and even malaise. In severe cases, psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions may occur. Anxiety and motor agitation are prominent in some cases. Symptom criteria are mainly depressed mood and at least four of the following: 1. loss of interest, no sense of pleasure; 2. loss of energy or fatigue; 3. psychomotor retardation or agitation; 4. low self-esteem, self-blame, or feelings of guilt; 5. difficulty in association or reduced ability to think; 6. recurrent thoughts of death or suicidal or self-injurious behavior; 7. sleep disorders, such as insomnia, early awakening, or excessive sleep 8.Decreased appetite or significant weight loss; 9.Decreased sexual desire. Severe criteria Impairment of social function, causing pain or adverse consequences to the person. Duration of illness 1. The symptoms and severity criteria have been met for at least 2 weeks. 2.Some schizophrenic symptoms may be present, but do not meet the diagnosis of schizophrenia. If both symptom criteria for schizophrenia are met, the depressive episode criteria are met for at least 2 weeks after the schizophrenic symptoms have resolved. Exclusion criteria Exclude organic psychiatric disorders, or depression due to psychoactive and non-addictive substances.