How to Handle Teen Depression
Examiner
Even teenagers can feel down in the dumps sometimes. It is important not to ignore signs that your child might suffer from depression.
The Examiner published an online article about Sue Klebold's essay, "I Will Never Know Why," from O, The Oprah Magazine (Nov. 2009). The article discussed Klebold's candid account of her son, Dylan's, depression that lead to his fatal actions.
The article gave tips about how to prevent depression and sourced Jeffrey Dolgan, Ph.D., senior psychologist in Behavioral Health at The Children’s Hospital. Dolgan said that depression "signs and symptoms are different from those seen in adults and vary with different age levels." According to Dolgan, recognizing depression as early as possible can "prevent a chronic illness from developing."
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