Pain, Depression, and Reflux

Neil Said:

i am tweleve years old and i think i suffer from teenage depression what are the symptons?

We Answered:

http://psychcentral.com/library/teen_depression_symptoms.htm. Hope this helps x

Clifford Said:

what are the signs of teenage depression?

We Answered:

changes in sleep patterns: too much sleep or difficulty sleeping
changes in appetite: noticeable weight loss or gain
Inability to concentrate
Feelings of excessive guilt
Feelings of hopelessness, sadness
Withdrawal from friends and family
Changes in activity: slowed movement, monotonous speech or unexplained agitation, fidgeting, pacing, and wringing of hands a Loss of energy
A sudden drop in school performance
Outbursts of shouting or complaining, unexplained irritability
Neglect of personal appearance
crying
Aggression: refusal to cooperate, antisocial behaior
Use of alcohol or other drugs
complaints of aching arms, legs or stomach when no cause can be found
Perception of being ugly when not
Loss of interest in activities
Feeling that life isn't worth living: recurring thoughts of death or suicide
Risk-taking behaviors

P.S>Please talk to someone if you think you are depressed. You need to take action before it gets worse.

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Pearl Said:

signs of teenage depression?

We Answered:

Being quieter
Going out less
Avoiding certain subjects
Hating school more than usual
Saying things that relate to feeling hopeless e.g: There's no point in living (or something like that in a more subtle way)
Being secretive
Not keeping up appearances or showing interest in things other kids do.
Also, not wanting you in their bedroom, it feels like the only place they can go and be themselves, please don't interrupt this. They need it.

If you're concerned about someone, ask them straight out if they're feeling depressed and lonely, they may not tell you the first time but it lets them know they can talk to you. And please don't be naive and think "My child knows they can talk to me about anything" because that's not true for very many kids, most are unsure about the reaction their parents may have, it can be very scary to open up to a parent, I'm sorry.

Good luck.

Gordon Said:

What are the signs to teenage depression?

We Answered:

You kind of answered your own question. Eat chocolate, it might help,
and drinking chamomile tea is relaxing. Doing yoga and tai chi is helpful
when it comes to meditating.

It is normal to be depressed. It is good that you are aware of what you're going through, that way you can fix the problem.

Getting lost in music is pretty cool too, whether it be Rage Against the Machine or some Beethoven.
I recommend "Moonlight Sonata"

Wade Said:

What are some common signs of teenage depression?

We Answered:

Persistent sadness
Inappropriate crying
Feelings of worthlessness
Hopelessness
Empty feeling
Misery
Inappropriate guilt
Loss of confidence
Loss of interest in activities
Sluggishness
Agitation
Lack of energy
Tiredness
Restlessness
Thoughts of death or suicide
Irritability
Losing your temper
Anxiety
Thoughts of suicide
Suicide attempts
Despair worse at night
Eating pattern changes - you might eat more or less than usual
Appetite loss
Weight loss
Overeating
Weight gain
Sleep pattern changes
Difficulty sleeping
Oversleeping
Waking too early
Mental changes
Forgetfulness
Difficulty thinking
Difficulty concentrating
Difficulty making decisions
Fear of the future
Social problems
Relationship difficulty
Isolation
Alcohol problems
Drug problems
Sex problems
Loss of interest in sex
Loss of enjoyment of recreation
Staying in bed
Social withdrawal
Physical problems
Headaches
Backaches
Body aches
Stomach aches
Joint aches
Muscle aches
Constipation
Other signs of childhood or adolescent depression:
Poor school grades
Poor school attendance
Getting into trouble
Running away from home
Substance abuse
Reckless behavior

Don Said:

Teenage depression.?

We Answered:

--YES IT IS, and it could be very serious!

--I AM 64 years old and still battle with those feelings, but my medicine and prayer have helped me a lot!
--PLEASE DO NOT think this is your fault, Please note how & why this may happen and how many young people earthwide are affected:
*** g03 2/8 p. 28 Watching the World ***
***Mental Problems in Children
--“Up to one in five of the world’s children suffer mental or behavioural problems that could blight the rest of their lives,” states The Independent of London. In a joint report, the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children’s Fund warn that rates of depression, suicide, and self-harm have increased “alarmingly” among young people. The worst affected are those living in war zones and in countries undergoing rapid social and economic change. According to The Independent, the report said that depressed children “were prone to other illnesses and risky habits that could shorten their lives.” It also stated that “about 70 per cent of premature adult deaths were linked to behaviour that developed in adolescence, such as smoking, drinking and drug abuse.”

---THESE ARE ACCURATE SYMPTOMS or signs of clinical depression(something one cannot conquer on their own without a doctors help)
*** g01 9/8 pp. 5-6 Recognizing the Signs
***Common Symptoms
--Depression is diagnosed only when a youth exhibits a number of symptoms every day, most of the day, for at least two weeks. A relatively brief bout is referred to as a depressive episode. Dysthymia, a more chronic form of mild or moderate depression, is diagnosed when symptoms persist for at least a year with no more than two months of relief. In either case, what are some common symptoms of depression?
--Sudden change in mood and behavior. The previously docile teen suddenly is confrontational. Rebellious behavior and even running away from home are common among depressed teens.
--Social isolation. The depressed adolescent withdraws from friends. Or it may be that friends withdraw from the depressed youth, noticing an undesirable change in his or her attitude and behavior.
--Diminished interest in almost all activities. The teen is unusually passive. Hobbies that were just recently considered intriguing are now perceived as boring.
--Notable change in eating habits. Many experts feel that disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating often coexist with (and may at times be caused by) depression.
--Sleep problems. The teen sleeps either too little or too much. Some develop confused sleeping habits, being up all night and sleeping throughout the day.
--Drop in academic performance. The depressed adolescent has problems getting along with teachers and peers, and grades begin to plummet. Soon the teen is reluctant to go to school at all.
--Risky or self-destructive acts. Behaviors that ‘cheat death’ may show that a youth has little interest in living. Self-mutilation (such as cutting the skin) may also be a symptom.
--Feelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt. The teen becomes highly self-critical, feeling like a complete failure, even though the facts may indicate otherwise.
--Psychosomatic problems. When no physical cause can be found, headaches, back pain, stomachaches, and similar problems may indicate underlying depression.
--Recurring thoughts of death or suicide. A preoccupation with morbid themes can point to depression. So can suicidal threats.

--IF , AS IT SOUNDS like you are seeing these , please have your parents read this answer and get help.
--THERE ARE some good doctors who as family doctors can see if you need more specific professional help and/or they may themselves be able prescibe a helpful medicine!
--I HAVE BEEN on my medicine for over 20 years, and have been helped.
----PLEASE DO NOT FEEL embarrassed, emotional, mental illness is NO DIFFERENT than someone suffering a broken leg that does limit people while it is broken!
-------WITH CLINICAL depression it is MUCH MORE serious because the limitations last much longer and really do a job on ones thinking & emotions most of the time!