1. Constructed by: Gillian Bissonnette & Aleese Casier
Depression
Constructed by:
Gillian Bissonnette &
Aleese Casier

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. How to get help & resources of getting help
Talk to:
A teacher
Friend
Counselor
Doctor
Family member you are close to
Parent

6. 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