According to recent press reports, teenagers having depression are on the rise in Singapore. It was reported that many youngsters these days face difficulties coping with school, as well as dealing with family relationships and peers.
Teenagers have so much to deal with in today’s society that depression can come easily. If left untreated, it can become a much more serious issue.
With pressure at school, family situations, and the necessity of making serious life choices at a young age, depression may make such a sudden impact even the teenager may not know that he or she is suffering with this disorder.
Depression in teenagers is often overlooked, and is rarely treated or even diagnosed. Many parents tend to view their teenager’s bad mood as just another teenage trait.
Teenage Mood Swings vs. Depression
Most teenagers suffering with depression will almost constantly be upset, not just with their parents, but also with siblings and even friends. Their grades may drop and their social life may cease suddenly and unexpectedly. Your teenager may make excuses to stay in his room and not participate in social activities, and even when forced to participate, may do so with little or no enthusiasm.
Sometimes, this disorder may actually be a chemical imbalance and uncontrollable with just words and care from the parent. Medications and therapy may be required for your teenager to regain their mental health back.
Depression is such a serious disorder that can lead up to even more serious situations like school or home violence, self injury, even suicide.
