Teen Depression Prevention

Teen depression cannot always be prevented, but some things can help reduce the chances of an episode of depression in a teen who is at risk. Keep reading for information on teen depression prevention, and what you can do to help prevent teenage depression.

Some of the causes of depression in teenagers seem to be genetic, and those cannot be changed, but other triggers of teen depression can be avoided. Some of the risk factors for teen depression include:

* A family or personal history of depression
* A long-term illness or disability, whether physical or mental
* Experiencing a trauma or loss, including abuse, divorce of parents, death of a
loved one, or a break-up
* Difficulties at home, at school, or with friends

If you are a teen who has suffered from depression, or who has other risk factors for teen depression, there are some things you can do to help prevent an episode of depression:


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