Feeling sad from time to time is perfectly normal and a very human experience. It's normal to feel depressed after the death of a loved one or during a break up. That said, some of us experience feelings of sadness or emptiness far more than we should and don't always know why. This is depression. If you're feeling melancholic more than usual, if it's taking over your life, then you are probably dealing with depression. Depression comes in different forms, some people experience more intense depression than others.- Click here for information on the signs and symptoms of depression. By knowing and acknowledging you have depression you've mentally highlighted the problem thus taking the first step to recovery.
- If you're a parent and your teen is experiencing depression I urge you to be careful and thoughtful. The worst thing you can do in this situation is to belittle their emotions or to ridicule them for self harming. You've got to make yourself available and simply offer your support and try to help provide them with any additional help they may need. Don't just write it off as teenage hormones and mood swings. So many teens experience depression and don't get the correct support from their parents which just leaves the teen feeling more alone with their depression. For more info, read here. Similarly if you know a friend who is experiencing depression there is information for you here
- Also check out To Write Love On Her Arms and become part of a community where you can find support and discuss your experiences. Be open with each other and be honest with yourself.
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