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Teen Depression: Symptoms, Treatment, and Support

Learn about the symptoms of depression in teens, available treatment options, coping strategies, and where to seek help and support.

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Teen Depression: Symptoms, Treatment, and Support

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  1. Lesson 11 • It is estimated that 6% of teens have depression. • What do you think are symptoms of depression? • Who can you talk to if you or someone you know is depressed?

  2. Who gets depression? • anyone

  3. Depressed mood Change in appetite Thoughts of death Inactivity Agitation Difficulty concentrating Feelings of worthlessness or guilt Chronic fatigue Anxious Over sleeping Insomnia- not sleeping Weight loss Weight gain Loss of pleasure Restlessness Irritability Headaches or stomachaches that don’t respond to treatment Symptoms of depression

  4. Lesson 11What kinds of treatment are there for people with depression? • Physical examination/ evaluation • Therapy • Medication

  5. What strategies are there for coping with depression? • Talk to parent, guardian, mentor, or other trusted adult • Stay connected with friends • Practice healthy behaviors- eating healthy, exercising • Use anger management skills • Practice stress management skills • Avoid alcohol and other drugs • Be resilient • Seek treatment if depression last more than two weeks

  6. What else can you do? • Write in a journal • Take medication on time • Get plenty of sleep • Don’t over do it

  7. How can you be resilient? • Work on relationships with family members • Develop a close relationship with a mentor • Choose friends who are supportive • Deal with your feelings in difficult situations- don’t put them off • Avoid harmful behaviors as a way to cope • Ask for support • Join a support group • Be involved in school activities • Practice healthful behaviors • Volunteer

  8. Where can you get help? • Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Improving the Lives of People Living with Mood Disorders • American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  9. Where can you get help? • NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness • Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation: Vital information on bipolar disorder in children, teens, and young adults.

  10. Read Lesson 12 Homework

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