Can depression give us headache?

@dsrp82 (676)
Brazil
July 14, 2010 10:50pm CST
I think it's my case =(
10 responses
@syankee525 (6261)
• United States
16 Jul 10
depression can give you headaches, and just body aches all over. i would say go and find someone to talk to. not just family or friends but a doctor or therpist..
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
16 Jul 10
I'm already seeing doctor and therapist, both thanks
• United States
16 Jul 10
anytime. im glad you are seeking help.. that is the first step..
@Thumb86 (287)
26 Jul 10
yes. depression can cause all manner of physical symptoms. it seems that doctors will ask you promptly if you have been feeling depressed when you visit them with a new complaint. Can be frustrating as you get the feeling that they are being dismissive. But, yes..Depression can cause headaches. Hang in there.
@Thumb86 (287)
26 Jul 10
The headache is caused by funny imbalances in brain chemicals/neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine.
@maucute (979)
• Philippines
15 Jul 10
I believe it can, because when the reason why you feel depress is you think a lot. Then maybe your head is getting the pressure that's why it hurts. You need to control your thoughts so that you won't feel depress. Depression may lead to more negative things aside from giving a person headache.
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
15 Jul 10
Yeah, so true. And I'm scared about the other negatives things =( thanks!
@Bhadine (594)
• Philippines
15 Jul 10
I agree because, if I am not mistaken, if we are depress our body produces substance that is harmful to us. Headache might be one of the harmful effects of depression.
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
15 Jul 10
True, everything in our bodies are conected. thanks for the answer! =)
@damned_dle (3942)
• Philippines
15 Jul 10
Yes it does. And so as anxiety. It gives us so many things to worry about. Headaches, muscle aches, insomnia, tingling of skin, ear ache, hyperacidity, and the list goes on...
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
15 Jul 10
you're totally right, i have almost all these symptoms! thanks!
• Philippines
16 Jul 10
not only can depression give you headaches, but it can also make you look old or seem old to other people. And due to depression, one is sad and thus is not able to smile willingly and people need to smile once in a while for our face to also have some exercise. If not, then one will look ghoulish and will make him/her mature. Depression is also contagious at times. When one is depressed and somebody sees it, he/she will be curious to know what is the cause of depression, and when he/she finds out, he/she might get depressed too, or just simply by looking at the person who is depressed. Fill the world with smiles, and that will take ages off of someone's face. :)
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
16 Jul 10
I smile everyday, but i'm still depressed. that's curious, cause despite of being depressive, i look so much youger than i am thanks for the answer
@Ravenladyj (22904)
• United States
15 Jul 10
yes depression can and does cause headaches along with numerous other body ailments from body aches to upset tummys. Of course not EVERY depressed person will suffer from all these things by any means but they will have to deal with some of them
• India
20 Jul 10
Yes depression gives mind a lot of pressure,which results in the form of headache.One should always do mind exercise to avoid depression,like meditation
@besthope44 (12123)
• India
5 Oct 10
Well true, depression causes attacks and most health problems, its highly dangerous and hence we should learn to manage stress.
@babyanna (1216)
• China
15 Jul 10
Yeah,I think so.When I feel depressed,my head hurts.Depression is not a good emotion.We should try our best to get away from it. Have a nice day!
@dsrp82 (676)
• Brazil
15 Jul 10
hey, babyanna I agree with you, but sometimes it's impossible, i've been severely depressed in the last few days thanks =)