Depression
Is The Leading Cause of Death In North American Youth
Do Not Ignore Signs and Symptoms
- Sadness
- Irritability
- Unable to experience pleasure
- Boredom
- Lack of interest
- Lack of concentration
- Sleeping problems
- Poor Self esteem
- Anger
Depression Can Lead To...
- Violence
- Conflicting Pain on Oneself
- Substance Abuse
- Bipolar Disorder
- SUICIDE
Possible Causes
- Stress
- Family environment
- Mental Disorder
- Sexual Orientation
- Genetics
- Bullying
- Peer Pressure
- Ethnicity
References
Luo, F., Shen, D., & Zhang, S. (2009). Characteristics of anxiety and depression in adolescents. Chinese Journal Of Clinical Psychology, 17(4), 468-470.