Constructed by: Gillian Bissonnette & Aleese Casier Depression Constructed by: Gillian Bissonnette & Aleese Casier
What is depression??? Depression: serious medical condition in which a person feels very sad, hopeless, unimportant, and often is unable to live in a normal way. Most of us feel this way at one time or another however, depression is for long periods of time.
Symptoms A big change in appetite, often weight gain or loss Tiredness and lack of energy Lack of pleasure in doing things you normally do Slow or fast movements Low mood or irritable mood most of the time Lack of activity and avoiding usual activities
Depression Triggers Death of friend or family member Moving to a new house or new school Arguments with friends Poor relationships Lack of money School being stressful Friendship problem
How to get help & resources of getting help Talk to: A teacher Friend Counselor Doctor Family member you are close to Parent
Class Room Activity Write in the first column what someone looks like when they are sad Write in the second column how to cheer them up or take their mind off it