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Is there a link between

depression and academic performance?

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Objective

Explain why it is important to identify and

treat depression.

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What Do These Famous People Have in Common

Understanding Depression

What is the difference between

depression and feeling sad?

Understanding Depression

Depression: a feeling of

sadness and hopelessness that last for

several weeks or months.

Understanding Depression

Recognizing Depression:• 1 in 10 teenagers will experience depression

before they reach 18 years old.

• After the age of 15, females are twice as likely to suffer from

Understanding Depression

Signs of DepressionChange in appetite.

Change in sleep.Change in activity level.

Loss of interest.Feeling Hopeless.

Thoughts of death or suicide.

Understanding Depression

Treatment

• Medication

• Regular Meeting with doctor / psychologist.

Where to get HELP!!

National Suicide Prevention Hotline

1-800-273-8255

Depression and the Brain

Understanding Self Injury

Cutting: using a sharp

object to intentionally cut one’s body deep

enough to bleed.

Understanding Suicide

Suicide:Intentionally

killing oneself.

Understanding Suicide

Risk Factors:• A previous attempt

or a family history of suicide.

• Feeling of hopelessness

• Lack of professional help.