Depression is a condition that generally is associated with being "stuck" in a mood of sadness or grief. Everyone gets sad from time to time. But clinical depression, which comes in many different forms, is typically characterized by a longer-than-normal duration of this sad or grievous mood. Persistently sad mood, "feeling blue". SYMPTOMS: Feelings of hopelessness and a pessimistic outlook on life Guilty feelings, feelings of worthlessness Loss of libido Insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping Decreased appetite and/or weight loss or overeating and weight gain Loss of interest in hobbies and other social activities Fatigue, decreased energy Thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts Restlessness, irritability Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions Persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pains It is estimated that 10-20% of Canadian youth are affected by a mental illness or disorder – the single most disabling group of disorders worldwide. Today, approximately 5% of male youth and 12% of female youth, age 12 to 19, have experienced a major depressive episode. The total number of 12-19 year olds in Canada at risk for developing depression is a staggering 3.2 million. Once depression is recognized, help can make a difference for 80% of people who are affected, allowing them to get back to their regular activities. Mental illness is increasingly threatening the lives of our children; with Canada’s youth suicide rate the third highest in the industrialized world. IF U HAVE SOMEONE IN U LIFE WITH THESE SYMPTOMS DONT PASS IT OFF AS BEING MODDY OR MISERABLE, REACH OUT U HAND & SHOW EM LOVE & THAT U R THERE FOR EM, CUZ THEY R SUFFERING BEYOND U BELIEFS, SO SAD :(
Posted on: Sat, 05 Oct 2013 21:59:03 +0000
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