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Calculated Shard: 96 (from laksa065)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa096.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://share.upmc.com/2020/10/fatigue-and-depression/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://share.upmc.com/2020/10/fatigue-and-depression/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/2020\/10\/fatigue-and-depression\/","crawl_time":1775534330,"first_indexed_time":1603725976,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,upmc!share,\/2020\/10\/fatigue-and-depression\/ s443","src_root_hash":"12741625226546234896","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Fatigue and Depression: When Is Tiredness a Warning Sign? | UPMC HealthBeat","meta_descriptions":["Sleep is an important part of overall health, but for many, it does not come easily. Millions of Americans report feeling fatigue — a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Sleep is an important part of overall health, but for many, it does not come easily. Millions of Americans report feeling\nfatigue\n— a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion.\nMany different factors, ranging from poor sleep to health conditions, can cause fatigue. It’s also a common symptom of mental health conditions, such as depression.\nBeing fatigued doesn’t mean you’re depressed, but fatigue can be a warning sign. Learn more about the link between the conditions.\nWhat Is Fatigue?\nFatigue is a long-lasting lack of energy or motivation.\nIt’s common to feel tired after not getting enough sleep, but fatigue is something more serious. It can last weeks or longer. In addition to feeling tired, you may not have the interest or energy to perform tasks.\nThe causes of fatigue include:\nDepression or grief\nSleep disorders\nMedications\nDrugs or alcohol\nOveractive or underactive thyroid\nMedical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.)\nChronic pain\nAnemia or iron deficiency\nDepression and Fatigue\nDepression\nis one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives.\nAlthough many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks.\nFatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating).\nHowever, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication.\nWhen Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue?\nIt’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor.\nBecause fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder.\nOther warning signs of depression include:\nPersistent grief or sadness\nFeeling hopeless or helpless\nAnger or irritability\nLosing interest in activities\nDifferent eating habits\nLow energy\nConcentration problems\nPhysical pain\nSuicidal thoughts\nFor more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call\nUPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital\nat\n1-877-624-4100\nor\n412-624-1000\n.\nSources\nHoward LeWine, M.D.\nWhen should you worry about fatigue?.\nHarvard Health Publishing.\nMelinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D..\nDepression Symptoms and Warning Signs.\nHelpGuide.\nFatigue – You're More Than Just Tired.\nNational Safety Council.\nSteven D. Targum, MD, and Maurizio Fava, MD.\nFatigue as a Residual Symptom of Depression.\nU.S. National Library of Medicine.\nFatigue.\nMedlinePlus.","attrs_markdown":"[![UPMC HealthBeat](https:\/\/share-cdn-prod.azureedge.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/UPMC-logo_Health-Beat-200x29.png.webp)](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/ \"UPMC HealthBeat\")\n\nMenu Close Close\n\nBack\n\n- [Living and WellnessLiving and Wellness](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/category\/wellness\/ \"Living and Wellness\")\n  - [Family HealthFamily Health](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/category\/wellness\/family-health\/ \"Family Health\")\n  - [FitnessFitness](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/category\/wellness\/fitness\/ \"Fitness\")\n  - [LGBTQIA+ HealthLGBTQIA+ Health](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/category\/wellness\/lgbtq-health\/ \"LGBTQIA+ Health\")\n  - [Men's HealthMen’s Health](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/category\/wellness\/men-health\/ \"Men's Health\")\n  - [New Here: Young Adult HealthNew Here: Young Adult 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Millions of Americans report feeling [fatigue](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/health-library\/article?hwid=stf124123) — a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion.\n\nMany different factors, ranging from poor sleep to health conditions, can cause fatigue. It’s also a common symptom of mental health conditions, such as depression.\n\nBeing fatigued doesn’t mean you’re depressed, but fatigue can be a warning sign. Learn more about the link between the conditions.\n\n## Never Miss a Beat\\!\n### Subscribe for More Mental Health News\n(Tap to Join!)(Click to Join!)\n\nI understand that by providing my email address, I agree to receive emails from UPMC. 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In addition to feeling tired, you may not have the interest or energy to perform tasks.\n\nThe causes of fatigue include:\n\n- Depression or grief\n- Sleep disorders\n- Medications\n- Drugs or alcohol\n- Overactive or underactive thyroid\n- Medical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.)\n- Chronic pain\n- Anemia or iron deficiency\n## Depression and Fatigue\n[Depression](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/2020\/05\/myths-and-facts-about-depression\/) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives.\n\nAlthough many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks.\n\nFatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating).\n\nHowever, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication.\n\n## When Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue?\nIt’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor.\n\nBecause fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder.\n\nOther warning signs of depression include:\n\n- Persistent grief or sadness\n- Feeling hopeless or helpless\n- Anger or irritability\n- Losing interest in activities\n- Different eating habits\n- Low energy\n- Concentration problems\n- Physical pain\n- Suicidal thoughts\n\nFor more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call [UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/locations\/hospitals\/western-psychiatric) at [1-877-624-4100](tel:1-877-624-4100) or [412-624-1000](tel:412-624-1000).\n\n![Mental Health SMS Banner](data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAisAAAC5AQMAAADTUe0KAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUGBntwQEBAAAAgqD+r3ZIwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAOBHM08AAbh+RYgAAAAASUVORK5CYII=)\n\n![Mental Health SMS Banner](https:\/\/share-cdn-prod.azureedge.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/WPIC517475_MentalHlthTools_GRAPHICS_FNL2-1.jpg)\n\n## Sources\nHoward LeWine, M.D. When should you worry about fatigue?. Harvard Health Publishing. Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D.. Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs. HelpGuide. Fatigue – You're More Than Just Tired. National Safety Council. Steven D. Targum, MD, and Maurizio Fava, MD. Fatigue as a Residual Symptom of Depression. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Fatigue. MedlinePlus.\n\n## Connect with UPMC\n[Find a Doctor](https:\/\/providers.upmc.com\/)\n\n[Patient Portal](https:\/\/myupmc.upmc.com\/)\n\n[Request Appointment](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/locations\/hospitals\/western-psychiatric\/contact)\n\n## About [UPMC Western Behavioral Health](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/services\/behavioral-health-regions)\n[UPMC Western Psychiatric](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/locations\/hospitals\/western-psychiatric) Hospital is the hub of UPMC Behavioral Health, a network of community-based programs providing specialized mental health and addiction care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. 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It’s also a common symptom of mental health conditions, such as depression.\n\nBeing fatigued doesn’t mean you’re depressed, but fatigue can be a warning sign. Learn more about the link between the conditions.\n\n## What Is Fatigue?\nFatigue is a long-lasting lack of energy or motivation.\n\nIt’s common to feel tired after not getting enough sleep, but fatigue is something more serious. It can last weeks or longer. In addition to feeling tired, you may not have the interest or energy to perform tasks.\n\nThe causes of fatigue include:\n\n- Depression or grief\n- Sleep disorders\n- Medications\n- Drugs or alcohol\n- Overactive or underactive thyroid\n- Medical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.)\n- Chronic pain\n- Anemia or iron deficiency\n## Depression and Fatigue\n[Depression](https:\/\/share.upmc.com\/2020\/05\/myths-and-facts-about-depression\/) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives.\n\nAlthough many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks.\n\nFatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating).\n\nHowever, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication.\n\n## When Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue?\nIt’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor.\n\nBecause fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder.\n\nOther warning signs of depression include:\n\n- Persistent grief or sadness\n- Feeling hopeless or helpless\n- Anger or irritability\n- Losing interest in activities\n- Different eating habits\n- Low energy\n- Concentration problems\n- Physical pain\n- Suicidal thoughts\n\nFor more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call [UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital](https:\/\/www.upmc.com\/locations\/hospitals\/western-psychiatric) at [1-877-624-4100](tel:1-877-624-4100) or [412-624-1000](tel:412-624-1000).\n\n![Mental Health SMS Banner](https:\/\/share-cdn-prod.azureedge.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/WPIC517475_MentalHlthTools_GRAPHICS_FNL2-1.jpg)\n\n## Sources\nHoward LeWine, M.D. When should you worry about fatigue?. Harvard Health Publishing. 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Boilerpipe Text	Sleep is an important part of overall health, but for many, it does not come easily. Millions of Americans report feeling fatigue — a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion. Many different factors, ranging from poor sleep to health conditions, can cause fatigue. It’s also a common symptom of mental health conditions, such as depression. Being fatigued doesn’t mean you’re depressed, but fatigue can be a warning sign. Learn more about the link between the conditions. What Is Fatigue? Fatigue is a long-lasting lack of energy or motivation. It’s common to feel tired after not getting enough sleep, but fatigue is something more serious. It can last weeks or longer. In addition to feeling tired, you may not have the interest or energy to perform tasks. The causes of fatigue include: Depression or grief Sleep disorders Medications Drugs or alcohol Overactive or underactive thyroid Medical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.) Chronic pain Anemia or iron deficiency Depression and Fatigue Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives. Although many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating). However, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication. When Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue? It’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor. Because fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder. Other warning signs of depression include: Persistent grief or sadness Feeling hopeless or helpless Anger or irritability Losing interest in activities Different eating habits Low energy Concentration problems Physical pain Suicidal thoughts For more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital at 1-877-624-4100 or 412-624-1000 . Sources Howard LeWine, M.D. When should you worry about fatigue?. Harvard Health Publishing. Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D.. Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs. HelpGuide. Fatigue – You're More Than Just Tired. National Safety Council. Steven D. Targum, MD, and Maurizio Fava, MD. Fatigue as a Residual Symptom of Depression. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Fatigue. MedlinePlus.
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The causes of fatigue include: - Depression or grief - Sleep disorders - Medications - Drugs or alcohol - Overactive or underactive thyroid - Medical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.) - Chronic pain - Anemia or iron deficiency ## Depression and Fatigue [Depression](https://share.upmc.com/2020/05/myths-and-facts-about-depression/) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives. Although many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating). However, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication. ## When Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue? It’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor. Because fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder. Other warning signs of depression include: - Persistent grief or sadness - Feeling hopeless or helpless - Anger or irritability - Losing interest in activities - Different eating habits - Low energy - Concentration problems - Physical pain - Suicidal thoughts For more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call [UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital](https://www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/western-psychiatric) at [1-877-624-4100](tel:1-877-624-4100) or [412-624-1000](tel:412-624-1000). ![Mental Health SMS Banner](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAisAAAC5AQMAAADTUe0KAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUGBntwQEBAAAAgqD+r3ZIwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAOBHM08AAbh+RYgAAAAASUVORK5CYII=) ![Mental Health SMS Banner](https://share-cdn-prod.azureedge.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/WPIC517475_MentalHlthTools_GRAPHICS_FNL2-1.jpg) ## Sources Howard LeWine, M.D. When should you worry about fatigue?. Harvard Health Publishing. 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Readable Markdown	Sleep is an important part of overall health, but for many, it does not come easily. Millions of Americans report feeling [fatigue](https://www.upmc.com/health-library/article?hwid=stf124123) — a feeling of tiredness or exhaustion. Many different factors, ranging from poor sleep to health conditions, can cause fatigue. It’s also a common symptom of mental health conditions, such as depression. Being fatigued doesn’t mean you’re depressed, but fatigue can be a warning sign. Learn more about the link between the conditions. ## What Is Fatigue? Fatigue is a long-lasting lack of energy or motivation. It’s common to feel tired after not getting enough sleep, but fatigue is something more serious. It can last weeks or longer. In addition to feeling tired, you may not have the interest or energy to perform tasks. The causes of fatigue include: - Depression or grief - Sleep disorders - Medications - Drugs or alcohol - Overactive or underactive thyroid - Medical conditions (cancer, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, diabetes, etc.) - Chronic pain - Anemia or iron deficiency ## Depression and Fatigue [Depression](https://share.upmc.com/2020/05/myths-and-facts-about-depression/) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. About 1 in 4 American women and 1 in 10 American men will deal with depression at some time in their lives. Although many people deal with sadness or grief, depression can cause those feelings over a long period of time — typically two weeks or longer. Depression also can affect your interest in or your ability to perform everyday tasks. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression. There can be physical effects (lack of energy), emotional effects (apathy), and cognitive effects (difficulty concentrating). However, the two aren’t always linked. It’s possible to be fatigued without being depressed, and it’s possible to be depressed without being fatigued. Fatigue and depression also could be symptoms of a medical condition like cancer, or side effects of medication. ## When Should I Talk to My Doctor About Fatigue? It’s normal to feel fatigued from time to time. However, if that feeling lasts for two weeks or more, or it affects your daily life, you should contact your doctor. Because fatigue can come from many causes, you should pay attention to any other symptoms you’re feeling. If your tiredness is associated with other symptoms of depression, you should talk to your doctor to see if you have a depressive disorder. Other warning signs of depression include: - Persistent grief or sadness - Feeling hopeless or helpless - Anger or irritability - Losing interest in activities - Different eating habits - Low energy - Concentration problems - Physical pain - Suicidal thoughts For more information about different mental health conditions, including depression, call [UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital](https://www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/western-psychiatric) at [1-877-624-4100](tel:1-877-624-4100) or [412-624-1000](tel:412-624-1000). ![Mental Health SMS Banner](https://share-cdn-prod.azureedge.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/WPIC517475_MentalHlthTools_GRAPHICS_FNL2-1.jpg) ## Sources Howard LeWine, M.D. When should you worry about fatigue?. Harvard Health Publishing. Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D.. Depression Symptoms and Warning Signs. HelpGuide. Fatigue – You're More Than Just Tired. National Safety Council. Steven D. Targum, MD, and Maurizio Fava, MD. Fatigue as a Residual Symptom of Depression. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Fatigue. MedlinePlus.
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