subject: Depression In Teenagers [print this page] It is not only adults that can suffer from depression, these days teenaged children are increasingly falling prey to this dreaded phenomenon. However, the reasons for depression symptoms are a bit different in teenagers than that in adults. The primary causes for depression among teenagers are unavailability of parents as both of them are working, high expectations in academic, sports or other activities by parents, sometimes the teenagers themselves are very competitive, have high expectations from themselves and want to excel in all fields, being physically or mentally abused by adults or friends, dealing with the divorce or loss of parents.
These days the internet is fast, becoming the major reason for depression among teenagers.
Teenage is a difficult time for the children as they are not only encountering the reality of the adult world and having to deal with it but also they are facing major changes physically and mentally. This is a time when there is a rush of many different kinds of hormones in the body of these young adults, making them irritable and moody. Sometimes the parents note that their young teenagers are becoming distance and secretive about their lives and nag them or worry immensely about their behavior. Such changes in the life of teenagers are common and it is important to note the difference between normal teenage habits and depression among teens.
The following signs in a teenager can be symptoms of depression-
- Constantly throwing fits of anger and irritability.
- Becoming increasingly withdrawn not only from family but also from friends.
- Crying and feeling worthless and guilty all the time.
- Lacking concentration more often and losing interest in any kind of activity.
- Becoming increasingly restless and sleepless.
- Skipping meals on account of loss of appetite.
- Reporting of fatigue and loss of vitality.
- Threatening to commit suicide.
If one detects one or many of the above symptoms in their teenagers then immediate treatment is required. The first step to help depressed teenagers has to be taken by the parents. Talk gently and in a non-judgmental way to the children, this will help you to understand the cause of depression. Don't criticize or ridicule the child when he/she is narrating his/her problems. This will make the child trust and open up to you. Once you have gained the child's trust take him to the family doctor.
Depression In Teenagers
By: Imran ali
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