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depression
Ok well i think i might be depressed but i don't know?
I was looking back on old pictures and i used to always be so happy and peppy. And now i'm just not
I'm only 14 so can i be depressed?
I don't know i'm kinda confused and my mom and i arn't close. And i have no other adult to really get me help or whatever? idk what to do.
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You could be depressed.
Most teenagers get depressed at least once in their lifetime...
Just don't let it get out of control..maybe take on counsoling or something.
hope i helped :)
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You can suffer from clinical depression at any age.
I would like to mention that it is normal for young men and women to experience mild depression during adolescence. Why? Because it is a very stressful for time for you. Not only is your body changing rapidly... But so is your personality. Your establishing your sense of identity and discovering yourself. This process is often confusing and difficult. Add to the confusion the pressure that teenagers experience in this day and age... Questions about drugs and sex, pressure from family and teachers to do well in school, peer pressure from friends and fellow students to "be cool" and "fit in"... How could you NOT be blue sometimes?
The differenece between the "teenage blues" and clinical depression is often hard to discern. I'll list some symptoms of depression...
1.) You have trouble sleeping. You can experience insomnia which doesn't just mean that you have a hard time falling asleep at night... But also could means that you wake during the night and can't go back to sleep. Or... Instead of having trouble sleeping, you might sleep too much. Are you always tired? Do you have problems getting out of bed in the morning?
2.) Abnormal eating habits. Could either be a loss of appetite or binging.
3.) Anxiousness. Do you worry more than you should? Do you worry about things that you shouldn't worry about at all?
4.) Inability to focus or concentrate. Do you have a hard time comprehending what you read... Or do you have a difficult time following programs that you watch on television? Is it difficult for you to think?
5.) Emotional numbness... Is it difficult to derive pleasure from activities that you used to enjoy? Or for that matter, derive pleasure from anything at all? Is it difficult for you to get excited about anything? Are you unable to experience any type of emotional response during an extremely positive or negative situation?
6.) Afflicted memory. Do you have a problem keeping a train of thought? Do you often forget what you are doing or where you are?
7.) Persistant thoughts about death or dying. (If you are even considering suicide, stop reading this and run to your nearest doctor.)
These are only some of the symptoms. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is very possible that you do suffer from clinical depression.
Whether or not you are just suffering from a case of the blues or it is something more serious... I would suggest talking to someone that can help you. You don't have to talk to your mother if you don't feel comfortable... But there are other adults that can help you that you have probably not considered. A doctor, even your family physician, a teacher, a guidance counselor... Seek out someone and tell them what's going on. Even if it's nothing to worry about, knowing that there's someone that you can discuss your problems with will make you feel better.
And... If you have any questions feel free to leave a message in my inbox. My internet connection has been finicky lately... But I'll get back to you as soon as I can. ;)
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you can be depressed but i dont think you are. try getting closer to your mom ask her how her day went? things along that line.maybe find a conselor. they help when you need it. hope this helps.=]
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Hello.
Truth is depression is something that can happen to anyone regardless of age or you even knowing about it. Last time I was told that my headaches were probably the cause of depression I was actually very shocked because I didn't think I was under any kind of depression. :/
Maybe with how things have been going (if your mom and you were close and have gradually drifted apart) or how you feel you have no adult there to help you with things is the cause of your depression? Either way, maybe your school has a counselor that you can talk to in confidence which may help a great deal. Also, if you feel you and your mom have drifted apart why not try and repair that by trying to spend time with her or one day just give her a hand with house work which I'm sure she would appreciate. If she asks why then just tell her the truth - that you feel you both aren't as close as you were so you want to try change that.
Either way, I think talking to a counselor should be a big help if you are feeling down/depressed and they may be able to shed ore light on if you are or aren't suffering depression. If you ever need anyone to talk to about things feel free to message, there's always an adult here who's willing to listen and help in any way he can. :]
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What always helps me get through mild depression is thinking to the future. Plan what you want for yourself. Make something to look forward to. Don't get stuck in the past. It's actually very normal to feel the way that you do. Just aout every teenager goes through it at one point or another. There are a lot of changes going on in your body, your mind, and your life. You aren't seriously depressed so there's no reason to seek help unless it gets worse. You'll get through it just fine and in the not so distant future you'll be just as happy as you were. Try to change the negative energy you are creating for yourself into positive energy. You must have had a great childhood with a lot of wonderful memories. That's a good thing. You're not a different person now than you were then. You're exactly the same. You're trying to be mature and act like an adult, but that's not who you are just yet. Just go out and try to have fun like you used to. Don't be afraid to get a little dirty or be a little crazy. A lot of other people your age are having similar feelings as you. Help fight them together by making new, great memories for yourselves. Good luck! :)
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Perhaps you're experiencing a mood swing. Something that girls normally get. At a certain point they're really happy with their life, and the next thing they know they're drowning in misery.
Of course there are other factors that caused your depression, but mood swings tend to dominate the situation.
For the record, any person at any age can be diagnosed with depression.
You could talk to one of your counselors if you have any at your school, or maybe one of your favorite teachers would like to help.
Hope you feel better.
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