Middle school is a critical period for children's physical and mental development, and they face challenges such as academic pressure, interpersonal relationships, and self-awareness. During this period, some children may experience symptoms of depression. So, as parents and teachers, how should we tell if a child in junior high school is depressed?This article will provide you with some basis for judgment from the following aspects.
1. Emotional performance
People with depression have greater mood swings and are prone to negative emotions such as sadness, anxiety, and depression. If your child is in this emotional state for a long time and cannot be relieved by normal recreational activities, communication, etc., then he may be suffering from depression. In addition, people with depression may also experience symptoms such as loss of interest in their surroundings and decreased sense of pleasure.
2. Behavior
Patients with depression often show characteristics such as passivity, passivity, and withdrawal in their behavior. They may become withdrawn, reluctant to participate in group activities, and less likely to communicate with classmates and friends. In addition, patients with depression may also experience physical symptoms such as loss of appetite, insomnia, and fatigue.
3. Xi performance
People with depression may have an impact on their ability to Xi and Xi school. They may experience problems such as difficulty concentrating, memory loss, and sluggish thinking, leading to a decline in academic Xi grades. If a child has these problems in school Xi and does not improve for a long time, then he may be suffering from depression.
4. Self-evaluation
People with depression often have a negative opinion of themselves, believing that they are incompetent and worthless. If a child often complains that he is "good for nothing" and is pessimistic and disappointed about his future, then he may be suffering from depression.
5. Psychological testing
Psychological testing is an important basis for determining whether a child is depressed. At present, there are many professional mental health testing tools at home and abroad, such as the Beck Depression Rating Scale (BDI), the Adolescent Depression Rating Scale (YMRS), etc. Parents and teachers can choose the appropriate psychological test tool for assessment according to the actual situation of the child.
In short, judging whether a child in junior high school is depressed requires a comprehensive analysis from multiple aspects. If a child is found to have the above symptoms, parents and teachers should pay attention to the child's mental health in a timely manner, give care and support, and seek the help of a professional psychological counselor to provide scientific and effective psychological interventions for the child. At the same time, you can avoid depression in your child by doing the following:
Provide a safe, welcoming family environment:Parents should create a loving and caring home environment for their children, so that children can feel the warmth and support of the family.
Develop your child's self-confidence:Parents should encourage their children to try new things, praise their efforts and progress, and help them build self-confidence.
Focus on your child's mental health:Parents should pay attention to their children's mental health, find out their children's psychological problems in time, and give them care and support.
Develop your child's social skills:Parents should encourage their children to participate in various social activities, develop their children's interpersonal skills, and help their children build good interpersonal relationships.
Educate children about the right values:Parents should educate their children about the right values, let them understand the meaning and purpose of life, and cultivate a positive attitude.
Maintain good Xi habits:Parents should educate their children to develop good Xi habits, such as maintaining regular work and rest, reasonable diet, and moderate exercise, to maintain physical and mental health.
Provide the child with the right amount of pressure:Parents should provide their children with appropriate pressure so that they are motivated to overcome difficulties in the face of challenges, but at the same time, they should avoid excessive stress that can lead to depression in their children.
Maintain good communication with your child:Parents should maintain good communication with their children, understand their thoughts and needs, help them solve problems, and enhance their sense of security.