Am I Lazy or Depressed? Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

Laziness isn't always the result of carelessness and indifference; it can be the consequence of depression.
People with depression struggle with lack of motivation and feelings of helplessness, which can lead to an attitude of idleness.
Depression can develop in atypical ways, hiding behind somatic symptoms that can easily be mistaken for medical conditions.
Negative thoughts and irrational interpretations associated with depression are accompanied by sadness, irritability, emptiness, frustration, hopelessness, anxiety, indecision, guilt, and loss of self-confidence.
Symptoms of depression can include physical pain, anger and bitterness, changes in weight, alcohol and substance abuse, feeling nothing, daydreaming, social media addiction, and difficulty making decisions.
Depression can interfere with personal and professional life and can lead to a negative outlook on the future.
It can be difficult to distinguish between depression and laziness, but self-reflection can help.
Laziness can pave the way for depression, as giving in to the feeling of idleness can contribute to a sense of helplessness.
Recovery from depression can take considerable effort and a baby-steps approach may be necessary.
Before labeling someone as lazy, it's important to understand their story and consider that there may be more behind their lack of purpose and direction.

Making decisions is important to avoid a stagnant life.
Lack of interest in personal appearance may be a sign of depression.
Friends and family may be worried about you if you are dealing with depression.
Staying in touch with emotions is uncomfortable but necessary for emotional resilience.
Distractions and avoidance behaviors can be harmful in the long-term.
Necessary tasks should be done even if there is a lack of motivation.
Micro-habits are a good way to start building healthy habits.
Change must come from within.
Depression can be masked and hard to spot.
Social media use is linked to depression among young adults.

Description

Do you find yourself struggling with motivation and feeling helpless? It could be a sign of depression. This quiz will help you understand the relationship between depression and laziness, and how to identify the symptoms of depression that may be hidden behind physical and emotional patterns. From negative thoughts and irrational interpretations to physical pain and social media addiction, this quiz will help you understand the signs of depression and how to distinguish them from feelings of laziness. Take the quiz to learn about the baby steps you can take to start