To not know whether I'm depressed?

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For the last few weeks i have felt very low. I think an argument with my brother (we are still not speaking) was one of the triggers. However I am also 40 and wonder if it's peri- menopause as the brain fog and lack of memory is just unreal at the moment, though I believe this is also a symptom of depression?

I am desperately trying to snap out of it and trying things like going for walks and eating healthier but I am lacking the motivation to do this and instead spend hours a day scrolling on my phone.

I feel like Christmas was wasted as i just couldn't seem to find joy even though it should have been a magical time. Though this was due to the argument with my brother I think.

In summary I don't know whether to approach doctors (concious they are overwhelmed at present), or to try something else? Or is this just peri and I need to get used to it?

Any thoughts appreciated. I'm normally such a bubbly positive person so it's quite a change and into fair on my family as I've got a short fuse and have occasional taken it out on them.

Could by thyroid or vit deficiency as well. Worth trying the doctor.

I hadn't thought of that, thank you.

Do the NHS test.

Your symptoms sound like they could be caused by depression. Feelings of wasting your time but simultaneously being apathetic and not being able to change are a classic indicator.

It's worth speaking to the doctor to explore possible causes, you won't lose anything by making an appointment.

Please speak to your GP about anti depressants. We all need a little lift from time to time x

Sorry to hear you feel like this, OP. Is it worth also speaking to your GP about being referred for some counselling? Your GP will hopefully be able to offer a few options e.g. therapy, antidepressants. Unfortunately the waiting list for counselling may be quite long, but you may find it helpful to have some counselling.

I didn't realise there was a test for this, thank you @Dotjones. I scored 16 for depression and 15 for anxiety which was surprising. I will contact my GP. Thanks all.