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Krucina Is it possible for a child to be depressedWhy 2

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Is it possible for a child to become depressed?

 

-Yes, girls are more suitable than boys. A familys history of depression could be past down to a  child.

 

Why do most children(ages 1-18) become depressed?

 

-Children that grow up to fast or deal with daily life for example...

  • watching another child being hurt
  • holding a big secret
  • Bad Grades
  • peer pressure
  • drinking or fighting
  • or even just being overwhelmed with adult responsibilities.
 
What are symptoms you should look for in depressed kids?
  • Crying
  • lost in physical activity(playing outside,video games etc...)
  • Missing school or poor school preformance
  • Change in sleep,apettie and energy
  • Thoughts of running away,commiting suicide or death
  • Fighting or lots of trouble
  • Feeling worthless or helpless and withdrawn.
 
DID YOU KNOW THAT 50% OF THE TIME WHEN THE MOTHER OF THE FAMILY IS DEPRESSED THAT THE SECOND OLDEST WILL BECOME DEPRESSED AS WELL? 
 
 
 
 

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