Facts, signs and symptoms of teen depression. Teen depression is a serious mental health problem that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities. It affects how your teenager thinks, feels, and behaves. Many teens demonstrate clear warning signs and symptoms of teen depression when considering suicide. Depression in teens can cause emotional, functional and physical problems. Parents should be aware of the signs and symptoms of teen depression address it with their teens.

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FACTS ABOUT TEEN DEPRESSION
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20%of teens will experience
depression before
reaching adulthood.
of teens suffered from
depression within
the last 12 months.
15% OF TEENS
suffering with depression
will eventually develop
bipolar disorder.
of teens never receive
help for their depression.
Depression increases
a teen’s risk for
attempting suicide by
12 times.
SUICIDERISK
Academic Stress Traumatic Event
LEADING CAUSES OF TEEN DEPRESSION
Romantic Problems Divorcing Parents
80%
14%
AN ESTIMATED 30%
of teens suffering with
depression also develop
substance use problems.
SUB
STANCEUSE
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TEEN DEPRESSION
4 out of 5 teens who attempt suicide have given
clear warning signs as to their intentions.
CHANGES IN APPETITE
CRANKINESS &
IRRITABILITY
OVERALL
SADNESS
FEELING TIRED
ALL THE TIME
INABILITY TO HAVE FUN