Depression is something that no parent ever wants their child to experience. However, depression is common among teenagers and young adults. Fears teens face or the many teenage problems parents don’t know about may be why they feel this way. That said, teens can be moody so you don’t always know what’s regular teen angst and what’s a real problem. If you are unsure, here are some signs that may indicate your teenager is depressed.
1. They Believe Life Is Meaningless.
They may express this to you verbally, or they may just give-off a general attitude that reflects this belief. Ask them about the programs they’re watching, and look at any class writings or reports to see if that reflects this sensibility.
2. Significant Weight Gain or Weight Loss
Sometimes, when teenagers are depressed, they will try to cope by eating excessively or eating significantly less food. If you notice that your teen is gaining or losing a lot of weight, it may or may not be a sign of depression, but it’s definitely worth having a conversation.