Depression In Teenage Girls – Signs, Reasons & Cure

Parents And Children

oi-Gowri Nandini

By Nandhini Devi

Monday, August 1, 2011, 10:17

Most young adults, who are either in college or have just started working, have many problems related to their mental health. The cause for this has to be detected at an earlier stage, right when they are teenagers itself. If you recognize signs of depression, while the adult is a teenager, it will be easier to resolve such issues.

Today we will discuss about depression in teenage girls. A teenage girl who is as aggressive as boys can be suffering from clinical depression. This depression requires treatments, else it will lead to dangerous circumstances such as suicide, anxiety disorders and extreme aggression. If your normal child is not showing interest in friends, is often frustrated or is staying aloof most of the times, then this is a sign of depression in a teenage girl.

Why depression occurs in teenage girls?

Lack of parents involvement in day to day activities, single or divorced parents, pressure to succeed in life, low self-esteem are some of the reasons for teenagers getting depressed. Another major reason is exposure to early sexual activity. It might occur if the girl is not ready or friends look down upon her just because she is not into physical contact with anybody.

How to cure depression in teenage girls? We have some simple tips that can help cure clinical depression in girls.

1.Remember to maintain an healthy conversation with your child. To connect with them, try to know more about their interests and keep your self updated. Your teenage daughter should feel eager to discuss everything she discusses with her friends.

2.Show her that you are there to listen to her at any time of the day, and no matter what the issue is about. Try to answer all her questions. If required seek the help of a professional to handle delicate issues.

3.Do not try to compare your teen life and her's. Even if you do, try to give a positive comparison or something about how you enjoyed while you were younger.

4.Never comment upon your teenage daughter's look or dressing style. Young girls often get offended by such comments related to their appearance. In stead, give them information about health, and how being strong would make them look more beautiful.

5.When you feel the need to discuss any particular issue, go out for a walk or movie or shopping tour and open the topic for discussion there. Do not choose to talk right inside the house.

Whenever you suspect that your daughter is showing symptoms of depression, get alert and talk to her. If the condition has worsened, seek professional help.