7 Signs of a Depressed Child

If a teenager or child feels persistently sad and moody, affecting the way they do everyday tasks, they may fall under a depressive spiral that goes beyond a short-term, situational depression. Here are a few signs to help you figure out whether a child or teenager is depressed. Disclaimer: This is a disclaimer that this video is for informative purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. Please reach out to a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional if you are struggling. Writer: Joshua Munoz Script Editor: Caitlin McColl Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice: Amanda Silvera Animator: Ira Alifia YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References Soong, J. (July 8, 2021) 6 Common Depression Traps to Avoid. webMD. Retrieved at www.webmd.com/depression/features/depression-traps-and-pitfalls Robinson et al. (July 2021) Smartphone Addiction. Retrieved at www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/smartphone-addiction.htm Theobald, M. (Jan 2013) Depression, Memory Loss, and Concentration. Retrieved at www.everydayhealth.com/hs/major-depression/depression-memory-loss-and-concentration/ Barhum, L.(Aug 2020) Why does depression make you feel tired? Retrieved at www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322264#causes Cherry, K. (Jan 2021) 5 Things to Do If You Feel a Loss of Interest. Retrieved at www.verywellmind.com/things-to-do-if-you-feel-a-loss-of-interest-5093337 Uscher, J. (June 2011) 3 Food Traps to Avoid When You’re Depressed Retrieved at www.webmd.com/depression/features/depression-food-traps Ghanean, H., Ceniti, A.K. & Kennedy, S.H. Fatigue in Patients with Major Depressive Disorder: Prevalence, Burden and Pharmacological Approaches to Management. CNS Drugs 32, 65–74 (2018). doi.org/10.1007/s40263-018-0490-z Transcript: alugha Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/Psych2Go

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