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    Depression

    Not only adults become depressed. Children and teenagers also may have depression, which is a treatable illness. Depression is defined as an illness when the feelings of depression persist and interfere with a child or adolescent=s ability to function.

    About 5 percent of children and adolescents in the general population suffer from depression at any given point in time. Children under stress, who experience loss, or who have attentional, learning, conduct or anxiety disorders are at a higher risk for depression. Depression also tends to run in families.

    The behavior of depressed children and teenagers may differ from the behavior of depressed adults. Child and adolescent psychiatrists advise parents to be aware of signs of depression in their youngsters.

    If one or more of these signs of depression persist, parents should seek help:
    • Frequent sadness, tearfulness, crying
    • Hopelessness
    • Decreased interest in activities; or inability to enjoy previously favorite activities
    • Persistent boredom; low engergy
    • Social isolation, poor communication
    • Low self esteem and guilt
    • Extreme sensitivity to rejection or failure
    • Increased irritability, anger, or hostility
    • Difficulty with relationships
    • Frequent complaints of physical illnesses such as headaches and stomachaches
    • Frequent absences from school or poor performance in school
    • Poor concentration
    • A major change in eating and/or sleeping patterns
    • Talk of or efforts to run away from home
    • Thoughts or expressions of suicide or self destrubtive behavior


    The Depressed Child, "Facts for Families," No. 4 (9/98)

    A child who used to play often with friends may now spend most of the time alone and without interests. Things that were once fun now bring little joy to the depressed child. Children and adolescents who are depressed may say they want to be dead or may talk about suicide. Depressed children and adolescents are at increased risk for committing suicide. Depressed adolescents may abuse alcohol or other drugs as a way to feel better.

    Children and adolescents who cause trouble at home or at school may actually be depressed but not know it. Because the youngster may not always seem sad, parents and teachers may not realize that troublesome behavior is a sign of depression. When asked directly, these children can sometimes state they are unhappy or sad.

    Early diagnosis and medical treatment are essential for depressed children. This is a real illness that requires professional help. Comprehensive treatment often includes both individual and family therapy. It may also include the use of antidepressant medication. For help, parents should ask their physician to refer them to a child and adolescent psychiatrist, who can diagnose and treat depression in children and teenagers.
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    Thanks for info Dr.Rave!
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    not meant to drawn attention about this but that list describes my behavior and difficulty in relationships with family and other people. maybe i should see someone when i get enough money to do so.


    good information Dr. rave.

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    You're welcome. See, I have depression, I don't do anything about it. On several occasions I have almost went back to cutting. I have attempted my own suicide, and planned it several times. If you're in bad condition, then I would receive help.
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    i have depression n its very hard to deal with
    soMe days i feel like giving up everything n i alMost went bak to cutting but i didnt
    n now iM on soMe Meds they work but not that good

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    Wow depression.. I hate it!
    It was back when I got puberty, back when I was 12 or something..
    Every time I feel like its the end of the world or I feel like losing hope

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    Depression sucks. Try to keep a thing or 2 in mind that is good in your life, even if its that u are not an orphan. Lots of ppl are in pretty bad situations. At least we eat and sleep.

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    Depression is the main thing for many problems. If anyone who don’t sleep well can be affected by this problem. So better sleep well children's are also mostly affected by this issue. Tell them to sleep well don’t allow them to watch movies or playing for long time at night. Better prepare a schedule by that split their. Give equal time for both playing and studying so that they can never miss anything and also get good sleep. kliky balls

 

 

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