Children suffering from
clinical depression cannot simply "snap out of it." Depression in
children can lead to school failure, alcohol or or other drug use, and even suicide.
Know the signs:
- Persistent sadness and hopelessness.
- Withdrawal from friends and activities once enjoyed.
- Increased irritability or agitation.
- Missed school or poor school performance.
- Changes in eating and sleeping habits.
- Indecision, lack of concentration or forgetfulness.
- Poor self-esteem or guilt.
- Frequent physical complaints, such as headaches and
stomachaches
- Lack of enthusiasm, low energy or motivation
- Drug and/or alcohol abuse.
- Recurring thoughts of death or suicide.
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