Teen Depression That Caused A Lot Of Sleeping
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Teenagers and depression
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Serious signs of
- 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 professional counseling...
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