Teenage Depression
Here are some stunning facts on teenagers which gives total
information about the teenage depression.
Teenage depression can look very different from adult
depression. The following symptoms are more common in teenagers:
A1: Irritable
or angry mood – Irritability is often the predominant mood. A
depressed teenager may be grumpy, hostile, easily frustrated, or prone to angry
outbursts.
A2: Unexplained
aches and pains – Depressed teens frequently complain about
physical ailments such as headaches or stomach aches.
A3: Extreme
sensitivity to criticism – Depressed teens are plagued by feelings of
worthlessness, making them extremely vulnerable to criticism, rejection, and
failure. This is a particular problem for “over-achievers.”
A4: Withdrawing
from some, but not all people – While adults tend to isolate
themselves, teenagers usually keep up at least some friendships. However, teens
with depression may socialize less than before, pull away from their parents,
or start hanging out with a different crowd.
Teens may also “act out” in an attempt to cope with
emotional pain. This is seen in:
A5: Problems
at school. Depression can cause low energy and concentration
difficulties. At school, this may lead to poor attendance, a drop in grades, or
frustration with schoolwork in a formerly good student.
A6: Running
away. Many depressed teens run away from home or talk about
running away.
A7: Drug
and alcohol abuse. Teens may use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to
“self-medicate” their depression.
A8: Low
self-esteem. Depression can trigger and intensify feelings
of ugliness, shame, failure, and unworthiness.
A9: Internet
addiction. Teens may go online to escape from their problems. But
excessive computer use only increases their isolation and makes them more
depressed.
A10: Reckless
behavior. Depressed teens may engage in dangerous or high-risk
behaviors, such as reckless driving, out-of-control drinking, and unsafe sex.
A11: Violence. Some
depressed teens become violent.
Teen depression is also associated with eating disorders and
self-injury.
Source: http://www.helpguide.org/mental/depression_teen.htm
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