Name: Introversion or Depression? The 5 Differences
Uploaded: 2022-12-13T17:55:37.000Z
Duration: 4 min 48 s
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According to a study by a professor at McGill University,

introversion has many features that are seen in depression,

tendency to be alone, and an aversion to events.

While it's true that many people are both,

at how you can tell the difference between the two.

Introversion is a trait involving your preferences

As an introvert, you may find that you enjoy being

by yourself more than being with other people.

and that you need time alone to recharge.

that affects your mood and ability to function.

a lack of interest in doing things you used to enjoy,

feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness,

With that, here are some signs that you're depressed

One of the most common hallmarks of depression,

according to the American Psychiatric Association,

Having depression can make even small tasks feel impossible

and taking a nap feel much more desirable.

Things that you normally would enjoy doing

This is not usually the case for introverts.

Introverts may find social activities draining

however, they will likely have the energy

A person who is introverted and not depressed

will likely not struggle with feeling overly exhausted

Another big sign of depression is losing interest

in activities that were previously enjoyed.

that going out with friends is not as fun as it used to be.

Of course, it is natural to change preferences over time,

and things that were interesting at one time

when you find that nothing gives you any enjoyment anymore.

You have problems eating, sleeping, or working.

Depression comes with a lot more than a low mood.

You may find that with it other areas of your life change.

You may find yourself overeating or undereating,

As an introvert, you may find that this is not the case.

that introversion is related to your personality,

a sudden shift in any of these areas because of it.

of feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness.

That it is not necessarily the case with introversion.

As an introvert, you may find that you're optimistic

and have a strong sense of self and hope for the future.

Again, as introversion is your personality,

it'll not have such a drastic effect on your emotions.

According to the American Psychiatric Association,

feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness

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