If your depression is severe enough, those close to you like friends and family may also be hurt by your depression. They obviously don't want to see you depressed because you are not happy and always sad, they love you so they want the best for you and to be happy with life. Your loved ones will try to fight for you and try many ways to help you, such as suggesting a prescription or a psychiatrist. The people who love you might also be depressed because of your own depression. Your body may be damaged by the symptoms of major depression. For example, if people make fun of your weight, you might become depressed and stop eating. After you stop eating, not only is it very unhealthy, but you will soon become anorexic if you continue. Many cases of depression result in weight gain or loss and most of the time it is not healthy, such as losing or gaining way too much weight in a short period of time. There have also been many reports of fatigue, different behaviors and poor sleep. Many things can harm your body due to major clinical events.