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{ Teen Depression Teen Depression By: Ellyn Will Causes Signs and Symptoms Treatment Sources Click on one of the links to take you to a different slide! Effects Or you can click on the picture to go to the next slide!

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Is a disorder that occurs during the teenage years, and involves ongoing sadness, discouragement, loss of self-worth, and loss of interest in usual activities. It Is the most common of all psychological problems among adolescents Very common and affects as many as 1 in 8 people in their teen years. Affects people of every color, race, economic status, or age Teen Depression Teen Depression

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Abuse Conflict Death or a loss Genetics Major events Serious illnesses Substance abuse Causes

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Sadness or hopelessness Anger Tearfulness or frequent crying Withdrawal from friends and family Loss of interest in activities Changes in eating and sleeping habits Restlessness and agitation Feelings of worthlessness and guilt Lack of enthusiasm and motivation Fatigue or lack of energy Difficulty concentrating Thoughts of death or suicide Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

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Problems at school Running away Substance abuse Low Self-esteem Eating disorders Internet addiction Self-injury Reckless behavior Violence Suicide Effects Click on the picture to go back to the beginning

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Talking Visiting the doctor Seeking out a specialist Antidepressants Treatment

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