Hmm..Not important, Just Something to share
Depression is defined as an illness when the feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair persist and interfere with a child or adolescent ability to function.
If one or more of these signs of depression persist, parents should seek help:
1. Frequent sadness, tearfulness, crying
2. Hopelessness
3. Decreased interest in activities; or inability to enjoy previously favorite activities
4. Persistent boredom; low energy
5. Social isolation, poor communication
6. Low self esteem and guilt
7. Extreme sensitivity to rejection or failure
8. Increased irritability, anger, or hostility
9. Difficulty with relationships
10. Frequent complaints of physical illnesses, such as headaches and stomach aches
11. Frequent absences from school or poor performance in school
12. Poor concentration
13. A major change in eating and/or sleeping patterns
14. Talk of or efforts to run away from home
15. Thoughts or expressions of suicide or self-destructive behavior
16. Alcohol and Drug Abuse
17. Self-Injury
What ever it is, it should be overcomed. No need to worry. Whats life without some advanture. People say,before dawn is the darkest. Hmm..something to ponder upon,huh?
