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Team: Julia A. Melanie S. Lesly P. and Hector P.
Hector speaking - Anxiety, depressive, attention, and eating disorders are the most common diagnosis of adolescence. Teenagers with depression experience irritability, loss of interest in what they used to enjoy, and apathy. Teen suicide is the third leading cause of death in youth 10-24 years of age in the United States. Depression affects about 20% of adolescents by the time they become adults and only 30% of depressed teens are being treated for it. I want you to know that no matter what you’ve gone through, this is not the end. This isn’t the end of the story. Develop yourself as a priority, you’re so much more than you think. You deserve to experience how great life can be, inspire others... Depression is more fragile than you think.

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Things to say to a loved one that is depressed

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Things to say to a loved one that is depressed

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How can I help you during this difficult time?

I’m sorry that you’re hurting. I’m here for you.(and please mean it, do not just say it and not follow through.)

Tell me more about it.

Would you like to take a walk with me?

Can I keep you company today?

Can I bring you dinner this week?

Thank you for sharing this with me so that I can understand what you’re going through.

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Depression is more fragile than you think.

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Poor performance in school

Withdrawal from friends and activities

Sadness and hopelessness

Lack of enthusiasm, energy or motivation

Anger and rage

Overreaction to criticism

Feelings of being unable to satisfy ideals

Poor self-esteem or guilt

Indecision, lack of concentration or forgetfulness

Restlessness and agitation

Changes in eating or sleeping patterns

Substance abuse

Problems with authority

Suicidal thoughts or actions

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Most depression is situational. The symptoms of depression are often due to depressing circumstances, not disease.

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Teen suicide is the third leading cause of death in youth 10-24 years of age in the United States and affects about 20% of adolescents by the time they become adults.

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As with most mental health disorders, depression in teens does not have one single definitive cause. Rather, people with this illness tend to have a number of biological, psychological, and environmental risk factors that contribute to its development.

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Some people that are depressed often feel some of these things.