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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

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Health Encyclopedia: Depression Signs In Teenagers

Definition


Alternative Names

Teenagers and depression


Information

Serious signs of teenage depression include:

  • A change in appetite and sleep patterns
  • Loss of interest or enjoyment in usual activities
  • Prolonged sadness
  • Withdrawal from friends
  • Feelings of worthlessness
  • Lack of energy
  • Poor school performance
  • Difficulty falling asleep

These are all signs that should alert you to a problem that may need prof...

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Health Guide

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Medications

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...for quitting smoking. It may also be used to treat depression (antidepressant). While... Read more »

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...for quitting smoking. It may also be used to treat depression (antidepressant). While... Read more »

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...arms/legs tiredness mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, mood swings, agitation) ... Read more »

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...swelling of the ankles/feet mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, mood swings, agitation) ... Read more »

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...difficult breathing mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, mood swings, agitation) muscle... Read more »

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