Depression Awareness
By: Amber Caputo
Signs and Symptoms
- Unexplained scars, bruises, cuts.
- Consistent inappropriate use of clothing to cover scars.
- General signs of depression.
- Secretive use of behavior, sending lots of time in isolated areas.
- Social or emotional isolation and disconnectedness.
- Substance abuse.
Warning signs of suicide
- Insomnia.
- Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness.
- Death themes in artwork and written work.
Self injury signs
- Extreme risk-taking behaviors that could result in injuries.
- cutting
- burning
- marking
- scratching
- head-banging