Teenage Depression
In Teenage Depression, episode #081, Meredith Curtis talks frankly about teenage depression and how it affects families. There is a way out! After sharing the causes of teenage depression, Meredith shares practical ways to get out of that pit and walk in freedom.
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Show Notes
Brent’s Story
Difference between the “gloomies” and depression.
Feeling overwhelmed, sad, and hopeless for no reason, or not a reason that justifies the intensity of feelings.
Most teenagers struggle with some level of depression at some point in the teenage years.
Causes of Depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Hormones
Medications
Lack of Sleep
Conflict
Abuse (Physical, Sexual, Emotional)
Addictions
Relationships
Crushes
Breakups
Unknown causes
Grief is Not Depression
Grief is a natural reaction to death, bad news, illness, loss, divorce, losing a job.
Getting Out of Depression
Set Yourself Up for Success: eat healthy, exercise, get plenty of sleep, put up boundaries in relationships
Look to Jesus who is the healer of broken hearts. Read His Word in a devotional way. Pray the way you are able.
Talk to someone who will listen, pray, and give good counsel. In case of substance abuse you need to get to a drug rehab near me
The Battle for the Mind
Thoughts Can Lead to Negative Emotions
Take thoughts captive.
Spiritual warfare
Speak truth, not lies.
When to Get Help for Depression
If any of the following are involved, it’s time to get help:
- Depression lasts for more than two weeks.
- Depression interferes with your ability to do schoolwork, work a job, minister in church, or interact socially.
- You are making a plan to commit suicide
Where to Get Help
Talk to your mom and dad, or pastor. If they are unable to help you, they can get you a counselor or doctor.
When Your Teen Comes to You to Talk about Their Depression
Let them know how much you love them and how sorry you are that they are hurting.
Let them know that many people struggle with sadness so they are not some kind of freak.
Also, let them know that their situation is unique. Don’t downplay their feelings.
Offer hope in Jesus.
Don’t take suicide thoughts or plans lightly—take them to a counselor.
Note about Baker-Acting.
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