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Created with Fabric.js 1.4.5 IS YOUR TEENAGER REALLY OKAY ? Symptoms of depression~Sadness or hopelessness~Irritability, anger, or hostility~Tearfulness or frequent crying~Withdrawal from friends and family~Loss of interest in activities~Changes in eating and sleeping habits~Restlessness and agitation~Feelings of worthlessness and guilt~Lack of enthusiasm and motivation~Fatigue or lack of energy~Difficulty concentrating~Thoughts of death or suicide Of all teenagers suffering with depression only 30% get treatment, the other 70% simply struggle through the pain of mentalillness or emotional turmoil, doing their best tomake it to their adulthood. Depression carries a high risk of suicide. Anybody who expresses suicidal thoughts or intentions should be taken very, very seriously.Do not hesitate to call your local suicide hotline immediately.Call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255).Depression carries a high risk of suicide. Anybody who expresses suicidal thoughts or intentions should be taken very, very seriously. Do not hesitate to call your local suicide hotline immediately. Call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255). Parenting teens can be very challenging. There are, though, some effective parenting and communication techniques you can use to help lower the stress level for your teenager:~When disciplining your teen, replace shame and punishment with positive reinforcement for good behavior. Shame and punishment can make an adolescent feel worthless and inadequate.~Allow your teenager to make mistakes. Overprotecting or making decisions for teens can be perceived as a lack of faith in their abilities. This can make them feel less confident.~Give your teen breathing room. Don't expect teens to do exactly as you say all of the time.~Do not force your teen down a path you wanted to follow. Avoid trying to relive your youth through your teen's activities and experiences.~If you suspect that your teen is depressed, take the time to listen to his or her concerns. Even if you don't think the problem is of real concern, remember that it may feel very real to someone who is growing up. Briana Paulino
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