Depression - Teen Support Group
Teen depression is marked by persistent sadness, discouragement, loss of self-worth, and loss of interest in usual activities. Depression can be a temporary response to many situations and stresses. Teens may be more susceptible to depression due to the normal maturation process, the stress associated with it, and conflicts with parents as they become more independent.
I'm wondering if any other girls here have symptoms of PMDD. I haven't been diagnosed yet, and I try hard not to self-diagnose, but I do know that I've always felt horribly depressed and often suicidal about a week and a half before my period, then right after my period, too, which is strange...
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Well it's weird but my mood changes drastically before mine and after but i think it's normal. If it's like you go from a super happy person to suicidal you might wanna get it checked out.
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Hmm, I get the "grottys" before and after mine , never know theyd got a posh name for it now though PMDD eh ? Periods make dull days ?? :-)
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Hmm...maybe I should do that. Haha, I like your acronym. It actually stands for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, though. ^_^
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
