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That "yucky" feeling is very real and very common with depression. It's not just in your head (well, except for the headache part — that too!).

Depression doesn't only affect mood. It can show up physically in the body in ways that can be hard to connect back to depression at first. Some physical symptoms people with Show Full Answer

That "yucky" feeling is very real and very common with depression. It's not just in your head (well, except for the headache part — that too!).

Depression doesn't only affect mood. It can show up physically in the body in ways that can be hard to connect back to depression at first. Some physical symptoms people with depression commonly experience include:

- Headaches
- Stomach or digestive issues
- Unexplained aches and pains
- Fatigue and feeling physically drained
- A heavy feeling in the arms or legs

As one MyDepressionTeam member put it, "So, so very many things can mess up the digestive system." The body and mind are deeply connected, and depression can absolutely trigger these kinds of physical symptoms.

It's worth mentioning these symptoms to a doctor or mental health provider, especially if they're frequent. They can help figure out the best way to manage both the physical and emotional side of things.

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