What is depression?
Some statistics show that four out of 100 young people experience some kind of major depression each year. Most people are helped in some form of depression experience with the treatment. The difference between depression and normal sadness are usually on the strength of feeling, as well as the persistence of the feeling. People who are depressed usually experience these strong feelings for weeks at a time (often much longer)rather than for a short time. Some typical symptoms of depression are:
- Feeling sad all the time
- Frequent crying
- Irritability or angry
- Withdrawal from family and friends
- Changes in eating and sleeping habits
- You feel worthless or guilty
- Lack of motivation and enthusiasm
- Fatigue - Lack of Energy
- Poor concentration
- Thoughts of suicide and death
- Feel like nothing good ever happened
- Not moreEnjoying things that used to enjoy
Adolescent depression versus Adult Depression
Adolescent depression can be very different than depression in adults. In teenagers, it is common for depression to present as irritability or anger. Depressed adolescents may hostile, easily frustrated and may have frequent tantrums. Moreover, young people can experience depression complain of physical symptoms such as headaches or abdominal pain. Further, teens who are depressedvery sensitive to criticism because of their already low feelings of self-esteem. Finally, teenagers who are not depressed, isolated from everyone in her life is, however, a considerable change in their interactions, and can pull them away from certain people (in life), often parents.
What can happen if left untreated depression?
If an adolescent depression is not dealt with the following behaviors may result in:
- Problems in school - drop in grades, poorWithdrawal from participation
- Running Away - is a cry for help as young people escape their feelings
- Drug abuse - young people can "treat yourself", or escape from their feelings
- Low Self Esteem - Young people have intense feelings of worthlessness
- Eating disorders - often symptoms of untreated depression
- Internet addiction - is an escape from their real life, but actually increased isolation
- Self-injury - that's it is a mechanism for young people and an attempt to controlthe pain in
- Reckless behavior - Engage in dangerous behavior, because they no longer have to provide
- Violence - (mostly boys) self-hatred is sometimes acted out
- Suicide - all thoughts, comments or behaviors should be taken very seriously. If your daughter says, writing about suicidal thoughts or gestures, you should seek professional help immediately.
What to do if you think your teenager is depressed:
As mentioned in the beginning of this articleDepression is usually very sociable and it is usually through talk therapy, medication or treatment, a combination of both. If you suspect your child may be depressed, you should try talking to them about it in a very nurturing and non-judgmental way and let them know that you are there to support them. It can be very powerful, validate their feelings and to try not just to educate them or listen to lecture. I hope you will feel a sense of relief teenagers that they are able to speakwhat they do, but if it be denied that everything still is not wrong - their word. It is youthful, too afraid or embarrassed for you, to admit something is really wrong, but, as the parent you know your child and should your instincts. It is best, a professional opinion if you really feel like something is wrong.
Your child's doctor is qualified to do a depression screening and all other possible medical problems thatmay cause the symptoms that are present. If there is no medical cause, your doctor may refer to a mental health specialist.
Talk therapy (counseling) with a licensed therapist or psychologist can be very helpful to understand the way in helping individuals, why they are depressed and in the development of strategies for the management of depressive feelings. I have worked with many, many young people who are able to fully manage their symptoms of depression are through talk therapy alone, worked. DependingOf depression, it can very quickly provide tangible results for both the teenagers and for those around them. It is important that young people see a therapist with whom they can come together and open up to find. It is perfectly acceptable and appropriate for children and parents to screen or interview potential therapists to determine whether the individual is a good fit.
Medication (antidepressants) is also effective against certain persons who are depressed. The use of medicationhelps the brain to release chemicals that raise a person's overall mood. Parents looking for a drug for teens to be heard should consider finding a child / adolescent psychiatrist, as can the use of medications for children and young people to be very different when used for adults. As with any medicine, there are risks and side effects from the use of antidepressants with teenagers, so that the parents about this, if you should ask to make decisions about medicinesfor their teenagers.
Promotion of exercise and social activity is also very helpful for young people, are those of a depression. Many young people find art, journaling and yoga in addition useful to the traditional sport, if depressed mood.
Parents who was a depressed child may be overwhelmed as this can be a very scary and uncertain time. It is important that parents pay attention to themselves and tend to their own needs, despite the significant needs of their teen.Parents need their own support during this time, when feeling overwhelmed, whether they seek assistance from a friend or family member, a life coach or their own therapist. In addition, most parents find it is helpful to educate themselves about what is going for her child. This can be done via the Internet, talking to a doctor or therapist have their young, or by reading a book or two about depression. It is also important for parents not blame themselves or each other for theirTeenage depression. Depression can be caused by many factors, it is unlikely that a person or thing, the situation has caused. Remember, the good news is that most young people are able to feel better by any of the above measures and learning about depression is the first step in your child the help they need.
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