World Alzheimer’s Month: Deaf carers share their experiences in BSL
Explore six BSL videos featuring Deaf carers sharing their experiences of supporting loved ones living with dementia.
14 September 2026
Health & wellbeing
Mental health
Depression
BSL information about depression, with supporting information in English and links to further help and support.
Watch in BSL
Supporting information in English
About depression
Depression is more than feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days. It can cause a persistent low mood and affect how you think, feel and manage everyday life for weeks or months.
Signs and symptoms
Symptoms can include sadness or hopelessness, losing interest in things you normally enjoy, low motivation, tiredness, changes in sleep or appetite, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
Getting help and treatment
Speak to a GP if symptoms are present most of the day, every day, for more than about two weeks, or if they are affecting your daily life. Treatment can include self-help, talking therapies and medicines. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999.