Teen vs. Adult Depression: Understanding the Differences

Teen Depression

* Symptoms

* Feeling sad or down most of the time

* Loss of interest in activities

* Changes in appetite or sleep

* Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

* Feeling worthless or guilty

* Thoughts of death or suicide

* Causes

* Genetics

* Family history

* Personal trauma or stress

* Medical conditions

* Substance use

* Treatment

* Therapy

* Medication

* Lifestyle changes

Adult Depression

* Symptoms

* Feeling sad or down most of the time

* Loss of interest in activities

* Changes in appetite or sleep

* Difficulty concentrating or making decisions

* Feeling worthless or guilty

* Thoughts of death or suicide

* Fatigue or loss of energy

* Increased or decreased irritability

* Agitation or restlessness

* Difficulty sleeping or excessive sleep

* Overeating or loss of appetite

* Aches, pains, or digestive problems that don't respond to treatment

* Causes

* Genetics

* Family history

* Personal trauma or stress

* Medical conditions

* Substance use

* Treatment

* Therapy

* Medication

* Lifestyle changes