We've all had bad days - had fights with the 'rents, done really badly on a test or maybe just couldn't find anything health condition.
How Do I Know if I am Depressed? 59314i
People don't often think of depression as something that has in school, etc.
What Causes Depression? 3d6u10
No one thing causes depression, but doctors do have an idea of what sorts of things can trigger it. Research has shown that genetics probably play a role in who gets depressed and who doesn't. That means if other in your family have had trouble with depression, your chances of being depressed are greater than somebody whose stressed out a lot, this could also lead to depression.
Can You Cure Depression? 2606i
Depression is very common and is almost always brain.
Quick Facts 4s2v46
- Depression affects approximately one in eight teens in North America.
- Girls tend to be more prone to depression than boys.
- Almost one million American teens attempt to commit suicide each year - approximately 1,600 die every year from suicide.
Teen Depression - Good Resources 421l6
- National Mental Health Association
- www.hopeline.com
- www.kidshealth.org
- Teen Help Line
- Teen Health & Wellness
- Kids Help Phone
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