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Feeling depressed, down or blue? Here are some common signs of depression:
Not being happy most of the time; Being irritable and very hostile (snapping at others); Not wanting to do anything (include things you like to do); Sleeping too much or not enough; Not having an appetite; Being very negative and having thoughts about hating life; Having thoughts of death or dying; Not being able to concentrate at school
These are some of the main symptoms. Depression is a real illness. Sometimes it is short-term (meaning it lasts only a short time) and sometimes it can be long-term (lasts a long time). Sometimes individuals get so depressed they need to talk to somebody or get some medication from a doctor (called anti-depressants).
Sometimes things get so bad we don't see a way out and suicide seems like the only answer. IT'S NOT! Things can get better. Please talk to someone right now - a counselor, your parents, a teacher, a friend - somebody. You can also call someone right now to talk:
1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE)
Please visit www.suicidehotlines.com for more information.
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