Adolescent depression

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Depression in children

Teenage suicide is associated with depression as well as many other factors. Depression frequently interferes with school performance and interpersonal relationships. Teens with depression often have other psychiatric problems, such as anxiety disorders.

Depression is also commonly associated with violence and reckless behavior. Drug, alcohol, and tobacco abuse frequently coexist with depression. Adolescents with additional psychiatric problems usually require longer and more intensive treatment.

Call your health care provider if one or more warning signs of potential suicide are present.

Although there is no one type of suicidal person, be alert to the following signs:

• withdrawal, with urge to be alone, isolation
• moodiness
• personality change
• threat of suicide
• giving most cherished possessions to others

NEVER IGNORE A SUICIDE THREAT OR ATTEMPT!

Review Date: 06/16/2005
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, M.D., M.P.H., Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.