Depression is a common mental disorder that can affect any gender and any age group. Hence, it is no wonder if teenagers visit doctors for the treatment of mental and emotional disorders occurring at their age. Depression in teenagers is no different from adults suffering from depression.
Teenage depression can be caused due to multiple reasons such as social and development challenges, hormonal changes or development changes. This type of mental illness in teenagers can affect various aspects of their life such as personal life, work-life, family life, school life etc. Read on to know about symptoms of depression in teenagers.
There can be various signs and symptoms of depression in teenagers. These signs can affect physical, mental, emotional and behavioural aspects. Each of these signs is discussed separately.
So, let’s start with the signs of depression in teenagers,
Here is a list of signs of depression in youth-related to mental/cognitive health,
There are several emotional symptoms of depression in teenagers. These are as follows,
Following is a list of behavioural changes or signs of depression in teens,
There is no uniform treatment available for teenage depression. Depending on the severity of depression, the treatment options can also vary. These are as follows,
Apart from these, there are other treatment options available. These are,
To tackle depression in teenagers, individuals have to follow the symptoms mentioned below,
Symptoms of depression in teenagers are treatable. However, if these symptoms are left untreated for a long time, it can lead to severe physical or mental health issues, which can convert into suicidal thoughts. So, read these symptoms carefully, and be aware and consult doctors immediately if any negative thoughts overcome you.
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