1. Anxiety and Teen Depression

2. Terms to Know
Anxiety – the condition of feeling uneasy or worried about what may happen
Depression – a prolonged feeling of helplessness, hopelessness, and sadness

3. What is Anxiety?
Everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life
Feelings of worry
Insecurity
Fear
Self-consciousness
Panic
Can have positive results
All are natural

4. What is Anxiety (con’t)?
Symptoms of anxiety
Feelings of fear or dread
Perspiration, trembling, restlessness, or muscle tension
Rapid Heart Beat, Lightheadedness, Shortness of Breath

5. Managing Anxiety Use good Stress-Management techniques
Exercise
Do something that you enjoy
Some people will turn to drugs and alcohol
These are only temporary forms of relaxation and relief

6. What is Depression?
Everyone will experience the occasion sad mood that last a few days
Usually can be managed easily
Depression is much stronger than the occasional sad mood

7. What is Depression (con’t)?
2 types of Depression
Reactive Depression
Response to an event
Goes away most times as the person learns how to manage the event that caused it
Major Depression
Medical condition requiring treatment
Can develop from Reactive Depression
Can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain or through genetics

8. Symptoms of Teen Depression
Irritable or restless mood
Withdrawal from friends and activities
Change in appetite or weight
Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
Sense of hopelessness

9. Getting Help for Anxiety and Depression
Can be relieved by talking with supportive people, getting more exercise, or volunteering
When symptoms begin to interfere with life professional help may be needed