How do you know when you have a chemical imbalance? What are some of the symptom!

How do you know when you have a chemical imbalance? What are some of the symptoms? Need help!?

I have had two children since turning 40. I am now experincing signs of deprsession, I don't want to be around people and I cry easily. I also have lost my sex drive. I feel hopeless! I can't seem to get my doctors to listen to me. I've heard about chemical imbalances, but how do you know what the signs are? Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I feel for you. I've had depression since my early 20's and i'm in my mid 20's now. Anyways I found St. John's wort to work well, I hate meds and St. John's wort helped me a lot. I have anxiety and panic attacks for no reason, it's very frustrating because you know that it's not you're true personality, but the depression and anxiety hold you back. I would personally give St. John's wort a try for a couple of weeks, if that doesn't work I would resort to the meds. Exercise helps a lot too because it naturally boost feel good chemicals in the brain. Good luck..