Children may appear unusually sad or hopeless over an extended period, indicating potential depression.
Frequent irritability or anger, more than usual for the child’s age, can be a sign of underlying depression.
Losing interest in hobbies, sports, or social activities they once enjoyed can signal depression.
Sleeping too much or too little, including frequent nightmares or difficulty falling asleep, might indicate depression.
Noticeable weight loss or gain due to changes in eating habits can be a symptom of depression in children.
Struggling to focus on schoolwork or other tasks, leading to declining academic performance, can be a sign of depression.
Frequent headaches, stomachaches, or other physical ailments without a clear medical cause can be linked to depression.
Children may vocalize feelings of being worthless or unloved, which are serious indicators of depression.