10 most common causes of teenage depression

The Causes of teenage depression usually vary from one teenager to another. In fact, literatures and researches have shown that the list of causes of teenage depression is practically endless. Research has also shown that most types of depression can be treated. In this article I have highlighted below some of the most common causes of teenage depression facing teenagers today;

1. Traumatic or Significant life events such as the death of a family member, close friend or loved one, parents divorce or split, heartbreak from  a boyfriend or girlfriend, or relocating or moving to a new school and area.
2. Emotional and Physical neglect, being separated from a significant others or nurturer, abuse, as well as damage to self esteem can all lead to depression.
3. Many changes happening too quickly can cause depression. For some teens, any major change at one time can trigger symptoms.
4. Stress aggravated by emotional neglect from significant others and loved ones.
5. Past traumatic events, experiences or negative flash backs like sexual abuse, rape, physical abuse which might have happened earlier in a teen’s life can generally resurface as flashbacks later in the teen’s life. When this happens, the teen may experience varying degrees of depression.
6. A teenager can experience depression as a result of growth spurts or changes associated with puberty. This can be easily treated.
7. Misuse, abuse or over use of drugs and other related substances can alter the brain chemistry in a teen causing some types of depression.
8. Some physical or medical conditions such as hypothyroidism and physical disability can affect hormone and mood balance. The stress and chronic Physical pain associated with the treatment of certain health conditions can also trigger depression
9. Depression can be a genetic disorder, and teens with family members with a history of depression have a greater chance themselves of suffering from depression
10. Financial difficulties can also be a cause of teenage depression. This is true especially if one or both parents are unemployed or got laid off.

Whatever the cause of your depression, the good news is that treatment is available for most types of depression. So if you suffer from depression take courage in the fact that your condition can be perfectly treated.