{"id":4799,"date":"2021-10-26T17:58:11","date_gmt":"2021-10-26T17:58:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedavisgroup.org\/?p=4799"},"modified":"2021-11-28T23:46:44","modified_gmt":"2021-11-28T23:46:44","slug":"does-my-teen-have-depression-5-common-signs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedavisgroup.org\/does-my-teen-have-depression-5-common-signs\/","title":{"rendered":"Does My Teen Have Depression? Five Common Signs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions across the globe. While it\u2019s usually associated with adults, children and teenagers aren\u2019t immune. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teenagers across the country are seeing higher rates of depression, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The mental health crisis currently being experienced by young people can feel like a pandemic all on its own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news? Depression is treatable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, it doesn\u2019t usually go away by itself. Recognizing some of the common signs of depression in teens can make a big difference. The sooner you understand those signs, the sooner you can get them the help they need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You know your teenager better than anyone. So, pay attention to any changes you notice in their behaviors, and be on the lookout for some of the following signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re Struggling to Focus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you noticed lately that your teen is slipping in school? Do they have trouble concentrating on one thing for too long, or don\u2019t seem focused, even when you\u2019re talking to them? Maybe they\u2019re having difficulty remembering information, and that just isn\u2019t like them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not uncommon for teens to fit the \u201cstereotypes\u201d of not listening. But again, you know your teenager better than anyone. If their thought processes seem different lately, it could be a sign of something more serious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Have Negative Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, your teen might not always tell you what they\u2019re thinking or feeling. But, use whatever opening you can to talk to them about those things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they seem fixated on negative thinking, don\u2019t take it lightly. Some teens will even go so far as to talk about self-harm or the hopelessness they feel. If that\u2019s the case, it\u2019s important to get them help immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Don\u2019t Enjoy Things They Used To<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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