If you have a teenager, then you should know how to watch out for teen depression, which can be easily discounted by parents as drama, and which can claim the life of your child. Many teenagers display behavior that their parents call "moody", and they dismiss it when their teens mention depression or when their behavior comes in line with depression, leading to a complete lack of the vital warning signs that could prevent many teen tragedies.
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Dr. Jennifer Baxt, DMFT, NCC, DCC
Does your child suffer from depression?
3/24/2008
It is often thought that depression more commonly affects older teenagers, adults and seniors, but children suffer from depression as well.
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Dr. Jennifer Baxt, DMFT, NCC, DCC
Teenage Depression?
7/27/2008
With all these changes in an individual going through their teenage years, it can be difficult for parents to recognize if their teenager is just moody or if they are suffering from depression.
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Dr. Jennifer Baxt, DMFT, NCC, DCC
What is Bipolar Disorder?
6/13/2008
People who have bipolar disorder will often show a number of symptoms, besides the depression and the irritable moods, including impulsive behavior, inflated self-esteem and confidence, will sleep less, have racy thoughts, rapid speech and extreme optimism.
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Elizabeth Radisson
The Common Signs of Teen Depression
3/9/2007
Teen depression may develop in teenagers who have personal, family, and social problems. It is not true that only adults suffer from this problem. Teens can also have this intense mental and emotional problem plaguing them.
