Teen Depression: You Can Overcome It
For many teens, the thought of depression is overwhelming. What's the worst thing that could ever be added to a teen's already complicated life? Depression, obviously. Parents, here is the scary truth. Many teens suffer from depression. Yours, even. Depression is one really possible problem that many teens will face. I didn't say may, but instead will. This world is cruel, and for a teen who is developing both physically and emotionally, it is downright devastating.
Teens aren't crying because they’re going through a phase, they're crying because they are upset and can't handle what they are going through. Many teens will turn to self-harm to deal with their emotions, while many more will turn to drug and alcohol abuse. (Yes, parents, for teens, acquiring both drugs and alcohol is much easier than you could imagine.) When our teen’s sorrow is ignored, they feel helpless. We've spent our lives being taught not to cry and to be strong, but that doesn't mean we do what they've taught us. Teens are emotional, and each feeling of theirs that is hurt feels like their back is being broken. Many parents don't know how to talk with teens about their feelings and generally avoid it. Parents, this is the worst thing you can do. Don't ignore your teen. Ask them how their life is going. Ask them about their school, their friends, anything and everything. If your child says that they are depressed, don't be surprised. Your teen’s sadness only means they are human.
Identifying your child's depression is the first step to getting help. If you are a teen reading this right now, you need to tell someone about your depression. It's not worth dying over, as teen suicide is now at record highs. Do you really believe people don't kill themselves? Jen Hawkins, my best friend, was not even thirty when she took her own life. She suffered from teen depression just as you did. There is ways of getting help where you can still be yourself. I know antidepressants doesn't sound like such a great thing, but don't you deserve to be happy? You are so beautiful and the world deserves to see you shine. There is therapy and even groups that you can join where you can be connected with other teens to talk about your problems. Life is long, and it will seem like forever if you continue to pretend you’re alright. Those bad thoughts with all of their negativity and hopelessness can get better or even disappear if you get help. Don't wait. Tell an adult now about how you feel. Do it for me, do it for your friends, do it for your family, and most importantly, do it for yourself.
Teen depression may seem like a mountain to climb, but with help and a little human understanding, you and your teen can overcome it. You and your child will need to work together to get their life on track. You are supposed to be their parent, their support. You'll need to be there for them and that means both of you have to be honest about what is happening. Don't wait until it's too late. Parents, make a commitment to help your teen get better. Teens, don't lie to yourself. Tell those whom you love about what is going on. You can beat depression and go on to live a very happy life.
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For many teens, the thought of depression is overwhelming. What's the worst thing that could ever be added to a teen's already complicated life? Depression, obviously. Parents, here is the scary truth. Many teens suffer from depression. Yours, even. Depression is one really possible problem that many teens will face. I didn't say may, but instead will. This world is cruel, and for a teen who is developing both physically and emotionally, it is downright devastating.
Teens aren't crying because they’re going through a phase, they're crying because they are upset and can't handle what they are going through. Many teens will turn to self-harm to deal with their emotions, while many more will turn to drug and alcohol abuse. (Yes, parents, for teens, acquiring both drugs and alcohol is much easier than you could imagine.) When our teen’s sorrow is ignored, they feel helpless. We've spent our lives being taught not to cry and to be strong, but that doesn't mean we do what they've taught us. Teens are emotional, and each feeling of theirs that is hurt feels like their back is being broken. Many parents don't know how to talk with teens about their feelings and generally avoid it. Parents, this is the worst thing you can do. Don't ignore your teen. Ask them how their life is going. Ask them about their school, their friends, anything and everything. If your child says that they are depressed, don't be surprised. Your teen’s sadness only means they are human.
Identifying your child's depression is the first step to getting help. If you are a teen reading this right now, you need to tell someone about your depression. It's not worth dying over, as teen suicide is now at record highs. Do you really believe people don't kill themselves? Jen Hawkins, my best friend, was not even thirty when she took her own life. She suffered from teen depression just as you did. There is ways of getting help where you can still be yourself. I know antidepressants doesn't sound like such a great thing, but don't you deserve to be happy? You are so beautiful and the world deserves to see you shine. There is therapy and even groups that you can join where you can be connected with other teens to talk about your problems. Life is long, and it will seem like forever if you continue to pretend you’re alright. Those bad thoughts with all of their negativity and hopelessness can get better or even disappear if you get help. Don't wait. Tell an adult now about how you feel. Do it for me, do it for your friends, do it for your family, and most importantly, do it for yourself.
Teen depression may seem like a mountain to climb, but with help and a little human understanding, you and your teen can overcome it. You and your child will need to work together to get their life on track. You are supposed to be their parent, their support. You'll need to be there for them and that means both of you have to be honest about what is happening. Don't wait until it's too late. Parents, make a commitment to help your teen get better. Teens, don't lie to yourself. Tell those whom you love about what is going on. You can beat depression and go on to live a very happy life.
Contact me:
Email:
brylock62@gmail.com
Twitter:
@BPLovecraft
Twitter for readers and writers:
@SirVarnerAuthor
Tumblr Username:
forgottensoul13
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/bryan.varner.509
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