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Depression is on the rise today, especially among teens. Parents need to learn the common signs of depression and what to do about it.
Key Points:
- Parents, you need to watch for the common signs of depression in your teens.
- Lack of sleep or sleeping too much
- Loss of appetite
- Grades drop
- Friend group changes
- Reckless choices like drinking and drugs
- It is a mistake to discount these signs as normal teenage behavior. They can be a cry for help.
- Be honest about your own struggles growing up. Teens need to know that they aren’t weird for struggling.
Quote This:
Psalm 34:17 The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles.
Talk About It
- What is your initial reaction to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Have you noticed any of the above signs in your teenager? Explain.
- What have you done thus far to try to help your teen?
- How often do you talk with your teen about what’s going on in their life? How can you get better at that?
- Read Psalm 34:17. What does this verse say about God? How does this verse encourage you as you walk with your teen?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
