DEALING WITH ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION!

UNDERSTANDING ANXIETY Anxiety-the condition of feeling uneasy

or worried about what may happen Occasional anxiety is a natural response

to life events.Worry InsecurityFearSelf-consciousnesspanic

COPING WITH ANXIETY If you use some of the techniques that

we have learned about dealing with stress.

Many people choose to use substances such as alcohol or drugs to escape.

UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION Depression-prolonged feeling of

helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness

Everyone feels sadness but depression usually last longerDepression is a serious condition that may

require medical help.Almost 15% of all teens will display some

sign of depression.

TYPES OF DEPRESSION Major Depression-intense and can last

for weeks or months. Mild Depression-less severe symptoms,

but can last for years Adjustment disorder-reaction to a

specific life event.

CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DEPRESSION. Caused by Physical, psychological, or

social reasons. Medical conditions or illness can be a

cause. Psychological reasons would be

surviving a traumatic life event. Social or environmental factors, such as

living in poverty or in a physically or emotionally harmful environment.

WARNING SIGNS OF DEPRESSION Changes in Thinking

May have trouble concentrating and making decisions.

Have self destructive thoughts Changes in Feelings

May experience Apathy or lack of strong feelings, interest, or concern.

May not feel pleasure in things they once enjoyed.

May be sad, or irritable and angry.

Changes in BehaviorMay become emotionalMay begin eating too little or too much.Trouble sleeping and may seem tired.Neglect hygiene and withdraw from social

situations.

GETTING HELP If you recognize these symptoms in

yourself or someone else talk to an adult you trust.

Seek a Health professional they can create a plan to help such as:Taking medicationMaking changes in the home or school

environmentCounseling

Treating depression takes time, persistence and patience.