Teenage depression

+Teenage Depression

Teenage depression is a growing problem in today's society and is often a major contributing factor for a multitude of adolescent problems. Teenage runaways, alcoholism, drug problems, pregnancy, eating disorders, and suicide are shocking. The common link is often depression. The difficult passage into adolescence and early adulthood can leave lasting scars on the lives and psyches of an entire generation of young men and women. There is growing realization that teenage depression can be life changing, even life-threatening.
Depression has been called the common cold of mental illness and, like the cold, it's difficult to quantify. If feelings of great sadness or agitation last for much more than two weeks, it may be depression. Depression, however, is considered a medical disorder and can affect thoughts, feelings, physical health, and behaviors. It interferes with daily life such as school, friends, and family.
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