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Signs that may be Associated with Depression in Children and Adolescents
- Frequent vague, non-specific physical complaints such as headaches
- Frequent school absences or poor school performance
- Talk of or efforts to run away from home
- Frequent complaining or crying
- Alcohol or substance abuse or other reckless behavior
- Fear or frequent talk of death
- Social isolation or difficulty with relationships
- Extreme sensitivity to rejection or failure
- Unexplained irritability or anger
- Reports of "being bored"
Possible Causes of Depression in Gifted Children and Adolescents
- Life changing events
- Anger turned inward
- Setting impossible standards
- Perfectionism
- Self-reflection
- Alienation
- Existential issues
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