en-us Copyright 2008 - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:10:45 GMT 15 By Kassandra Givan
Feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life but when sadness takes hold and will not go away, it is depression. Depression is feeling unhappy and sad in response to disappointment, loss, or frustration. Depression also causes little interest in work or hobbies you like to do and may even get to you so much, you do not want to get out of bed. Students you do not have depression because it is hard for you to get out of bed in the morning for school, it may be simply because you’re just “Lazy.” Symptoms that you can have when you are depressed can include: lack of energy, not being able to enjoy the things you like to do, anger or anxiety, unable to sleep, not being able to concentrate, or not caring about what’s going on around you. What changes do you notice about yourself when you’re depressed?             “My attitude towards my friends change,” said Gabby Gomez.             “I lose weight,” said Gisey Aguilar.             “I focus more in class,” said Abby Rodriguez.             What re some things you can get depressed from? Depression can start from having weight problems, lose a close friend or family member, ending a relationship with a girlfriend or boyfriend, problems at home, or not being able to fit in with others. What do you think?             “Rejection and death,” said Abby Rodriguez.             “Financial problems,” said Gabby Gomez.             “Relationships,” said Gisey Aguilar.             “Friends and school,” said Sheyla Pulido.             How do most people respond to someone who is depressed? “Sometimes friends and family respond with love, kindness, and support, hoping the sadness will soon pass. Also, they may offer to listen if the person wants to talk,” says kidshealth.org. What would you say?             “If they ever needed to talk I would be there for them,” said Karen Carabes.             “I would say don’t focus on the negative things, look at the positive ones, and spend time with your family because theyare always going to be there for you,” said Gabby Gomez.             “I would tell them to think positive and let it go,” said Abby Rodriquez.             The key to overcome depression is to start small and build from there. Feeling better takes time, but you can get there if you make positive choices for yourself each day and count on the support from others.       ]]> Mon, 27 Apr 2009 19:41:05 GMT