Suicidal thoughts can be an extreme form of depression. Individuals who may be on the brink of suicide may be most receptive to the use of medication for treatment, including anti-depressants. A higher dosage may be appropriate than for patients without suicidal thoughts, but a doctor should be consulted before increasing any dosages.
If you've ever had flu you certainly know the difference between that and a head cold. So, is despondency the head cold equivalent as depression is to flu? Many people have all the symptoms of depression but they try to avoid the prospect of giving in to a mental illness. With depression comes anxiety and sometimes they worry about…