![Morning depression: What are the causes, symptoms, and treatment options?](https://dev.thriveworks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/AdobeStock_279370991.jpg?w=1024)
Depression is characterized by intense feelings of sadness and hopelessness. Those who suffer from major depressive disorder (MDD) often experience a loss of interest in once-beloved activities, significant impairment in day-to-day functioning, and a range of other symptoms, such as changes to sleep and appetite. These factors, most notably sleep…