Warning Signs of Depression:
- Sad or irritable mood
- Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
- Large changes in appetite or weight
- Difficulty sleeping or oversleeping
- Slow or agitated movement
- Loss of energy
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Difficulty concentrating
- Frequent thoughts of death or suicide
Additional Warning Signs Specific to Adolescents:
- Increased irritability, anger, hostility
- Frequent absences from school or poor school performance
- Lack of interest in spending time with friends or family
- Talk of or efforts to run away from home
- Social isolation, poor communication
- Extreme sensitivity to rejection or failure
- Reckless behavior
- Neglect of clothes and appearance
Adolescent Risk Factors:
- Alcohol and drug abuse
- Previous suicide attempts
- Suicide completion by friends
- Availability of a gun
- Recent traumatic event
- Unplanned pregnancy
- Family history of depression and or substance abuse
- Difficulties in dealing with sexual orientation
- Minority status
- STRESS!!!
Prepared by:
Dr. Jan Hittelman
Licensed Psychologist
1527 Pine Street, Suite B
Boulder, CO 80302
720/217-3270
Please also see our Educational Materials section, which includes age specific information for adolescence to older adults dealing with depression.
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