Depression can be a response to many situations and stresses. In teenagers, depressed mood is common because of:
The normal process of maturing and the stress that occurs with it The influence of sex hormones Independence conflicts with parents
It may also be a reaction to a disturbing event, such as:
The death of a friend or relative A breakup with a boyfriend or girlfriend Failure at school
Teens who are most likely to become depressed when they experience stressful events:
Have low self-esteem Are very critical of themselves Feel little control over negative events
Adolescent girls are twice as likely as boys to experience depression. A family history of depression also puts teenagers at greater risk.
The following events or situations can cause depression:
Bullying or harassment at school or somewhere else Child abuse: both physical and sexual Lack of social skills Learning disabilities Long-term illness Poor parenting or caregiving Stressful life events, such as the loss of a parent to death or divorce
Many adolescents with depression may also have:
Anxiety disorders Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Bipolar disorder Eating disorders (bulimia and anorexia)
What causes Adolescent depression?
Depression can be a response to many situations and stresses. In teenagers, depressed mood is common because of:
The normal process of maturing and the stress that occurs with it The influence of sex hormones Independence conflicts with parents
It may also be a reaction to a disturbing event, such as:
The death of a friend or relative A breakup with a boyfriend or girlfriend Failure at school
Teens who are most likely to become depressed when they experience stressful events:
Have low self-esteem Are very critical of themselves Feel little control over negative events
Adolescent girls are twice as likely as boys to experience depression. A family history of depression also puts teenagers at greater risk.
The following events or situations can cause depression:
Bullying or harassment at school or somewhere else {{NAME}} abuse: both physical and sexual Lack of social skills Learning disabilities Long-term illness Poor parenting or caregiving Stressful life events, such as the loss of a parent to death or divorce
Many adolescents with depression may also have:
Anxiety disorders Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Bipolar disorder Eating disorders (bulimia and anorexia)