Though teenagers go through a rough phase coping with the many changes in their bodies, they are caught between adulthood and childhood; signs of depression are a lot more traumatic. The bad moods, rebellion and anger which are part of a teenager’s personality gets worse when they also suffer from depression. Many of them take to drugs, alcohol and smoking to overcome this feeling of utter despondency. Parents and guardians should be aware when their teen is going through a bad phase and needs help. Medical help and proper treatment can help them to overcome this problem, but if it is genetic or because of some imbalance of chemicals then they would need prolonged treatment.
Signs of depression should be taken seriously in adults as well as in teenagers as this could lead to more severe problems if left untreated. The person could resort to hurting themselves badly because of low self esteem and hopeless feelings. Teenagers are not being difficult when they are depressed in fact they need to be helped out of this terrible mental state. A lot go untreated as those around them do not recognize the signs of depression. Often the results are fatal and the adults realize their failing only after something terrible has happened.
It is not just the parents who have to be aware of such problems but also the teachers and caregivers who are in constant touch with them. Depression can be managed with medication and the person need not go through endless suffering.