The loss of a job hits both your pocketbook and your very identity. Negative feelings are only natural after being laid off and going through a job search — especially in the current economic climate — but there are some red flags that indicate outside support should be sought, according to experts, especially when experience symptoms over prolonged periods of time.

• Depressed mood
• Insomnia
• Significant weight gain or weight loss
• Withdrawal from activities
• Withdrawal from family
• Increased substance use
• Little things setting you off that didn’t before
• Feelings of shame
• Feelings of helplessness
• Feelings of hopelessness