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Depression andyour childYour guide to the signs andhelping them find support

80,000Nearly 80,000 children and youngpeople suffer from depression inthe UK.youngminds.org.uk/depression

Children can be depressedtoo.Some people think depression is an adult condition. Butit’s also common in children and young people.People often say they are ‘feeling depressed’ aboutsomething, but this doesn’t mean they have depression.Depression is a diagnosable disorder where a person’smood is ‘down’ over a long period of time and this affectstheir everyday life. It can affect everyone - children atschool and teenagers at college, university, in work or notin work, training or education.In this leaflet you’ll find information on how depressionaffects children of different ages, the signs to look out forand how you can help.1

Why do young people getdepressed?Being a young person today can be tough as they face theworries of growing up, school, making friends, getting anapprenticeship or job and handling home life.Here are some of the common things that cause youngpeople to become depressed: Losing their parents through death, separation ordivorce Feeling they are not being loved or listened to Bereavement and loss Changing school or moving home Their parents arguing A parent or family member suffering from a mental orphysical illness Their changing bodiesyoungminds.org.uk/depression

Unemployment, job loss and redundancy Sex Exam pressures Being bullied Being abused whether sexually, mentally or physicallyThere are times when young people can’t identify anevent or incident after they become depressed and it canalso run in families.3

Depression in youngchildrenWhen children reach school age, they’re more able to talkabout their feelings. Some will talk about feeling upsetwhile others might only show it through their actions.If you think your child might be suffering fromdepression, here are a few things to look out for: Crying a lot Feeling sad or angry Losing interest in school or refusing to go Feeling bored or lonely even though they have friends Becoming irritable and hard to manage Difficulty sleeping alone Being disruptive Stealing thingsyoungminds.org.uk/depression

1 in 10people will be diagnosed withdepression at some point intheir lives5

Depression in teensThe most common age group to experience depressionare teens as they are going through a lot of changes intheir lives.A little bit of moodiness or being uncommunicative is tobe expected in teens. But sometimes they become stuckand overwhelmed by despair.Some of the symptoms of depression in teens include: Extreme moodiness and irritability Giving up interests and not finding new ones Losing interest in school and having troubleconcentrating Becoming withdrawn and isolated Not looking after their personal hygiene Not eating enough or eating too much Oversleeping or not sleeping enoughyoungminds.org.uk/depression

Some teens try to find ways of coping with their feelingswhich can lead to anger, lying, stealing or recklessbehaviour with alcohol or drugs.In extreme cases they may turn to self-harm as a releaseor even attempt suicide as an escape.7

What can you do to help?If you’re worried about a child and think they might besuffering from depression, getting help early is essential.It can prevent the problem from developing into longterm depression.The first step is to talk to them and try to understandtheir feelings.Be patient – they may not open up straight away and theymay reject your help at first. But keep trying, stay openminded and keep being positive and encouraging.Don’t blame yourself.Once they’ve accepted your support, you can help themget professional advice to tackle it.youngminds.org.uk/depression

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Getting professional adviceIt’s best to contact your GP first – they can help youdetermine the best way to treat the problem. You can goby yourself to your GP about your child or young person.They’ll most likely suggest therapy first – this can takemany forms such as group talking therapy, one-to-onecounselling sessions or even counselling where you joinyour child and a therapist.youngminds.org.uk/depression

If your child’s depression is quite serious, your GP mayalso suggest prescribing anti-depressants; however, theyare most likely to make a referral to the CAMHS serviceto advise on this.Antidepressants are usually a last resort with childrenand is only tried when other forms of support like talkingtherapy haven’t worked.Pastoral care is accessible in all schools and colleges, soyou may also want to contact them for support as well asyour GP so all avenues are being covered.11

Where to go for helpyoungminds.org.uk/depression

youngminds.org.ukSupport and advice for parentsworried about a child oryoung person.Helpline: 0808 802 5544Mon-Fri 9:30am – 4pmParentsHelpline0808 802 5544youngminds.org.ukMon-Fri 9.30am-4pmmind.org.ukMind supports adults and parents with a mental healthproblem.Helpline: 0300 123 3393sane.org.ukEmotional support to anyone affected by mental healthproblems, including families, friends and carers.Helpline: 0845 767 80006pm – 11pm13

ParentsHelpline0808 802 5544youngminds.org.ukMon-Fri 9.30am-4pmYoungMindsSuite 11 Baden PlaceCrosby RowLondon SE1 1YWTelephone 020 7089 Registered charity number: 1016968Company limited by guarantee number: 02780643Thank you to Dr Andrea Gnanadurai and her colleagues at the Childand Family Public Engagement Board, Royal College of Psychiatry forfact checking this booklet.

Depression in teens The most common age group to experience depression are teens as they are going through a lot of changes in their lives. A little bit of moodiness or being uncommunicative is to be expected in teens. But sometimes they become stuck and overwhelmed by despair. Some of the symptoms of depression in teens include:

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