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Copeland, M.E. & McKay, M. (1992). The Depression Workbook Calif: New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Write the following warning signs down the left side of an 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper. Along the top of the page, draw seven columns to to the right of your list to represent the seven days of the week. Your moods are telling you something, so it's important to take note of what they say and chart them.
~~Warning Signals of Depression~~
Excessive appetite
Lethargy
Extreme fatigue
Difficulty exercising
Unwillingness to ask for things
Down on self
Down on future
Low self-confidence
Procrastination
Avoid crowds
Irritable, impatient
Negative attitude
Insecurity
Hard time getting up
Sleep problems
Poor judgment
Obsessive thoughts
Repetitive words, actions
Unable to concentrate
Misperceptions
Destructive risk-taking
Suicidal thoughts
Paranoia
Unable to experience pleasure
~~Warning Signs of Mania~~
Insomnia
Argumentative
All-knowing
Controlling
Overcommitting
High energy
Racing thoughts
Very talkative
Obsessive thoughts
Sexually overactive
Thrill-seeking
Irresponsible risk-taking
Poor judgment
Change in appetite
Self-medicating
Drug or alcohol abuse
