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Know The Signs of Depression

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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