Children have somewhat different symptoms of depression than adults. What signals childhood depression? |
While all children experiencing family or personal
problems exhibit some sadness and moodiness, those sad, helpless, or
anxious feeling can also be depression.
Depression in children can be hard to diagnose in its early stages. That's where grandparents come in: a second set of eyes so to speak. Since children have somewhat different symptoms of depression than adults, what signals childhood depression? 1. Mood change: Gloomy, sad, unhappy, despairing, or hopeless feelings. 2. Change in appetite: Loss of interest in food or effortless weight loss is more common than overeating. 3. Sleep change: Regular problems with falling asleep--or wakening early without being able to go back to sleep--could signal depression. 4. Changes in school work. 5. Changes in socialization. 6. Overreacting to criticism. 7. Sexual promiscuity. 8. Delinquency. 9. Thoughts or threats of suicide. 10. Healthy, well child complaining of illness. |
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