Demystifying the Truth Behind Adolescent Depression: Why Are More and More Depressed Children?
In recent years, do you also feel that there are more and more depressed children around you? It's not just your delusion, the data shows that the rate of teen depression is climbing year on year. So, what is the truth behind this? Let's go into the depths of these children's hearts and find out.
The protagonist of the story is a junior high school student named Xiao Ming. He was originally a lively and cheerful child, but in recent years he has gradually become taciturn and has no interest in anything. Xiao Ming's parents were very anxious and brought him to me for consultation. In my communication with Xiao Ming, I found several issues worthy of attention.
First, I asked Ming, "What do you think is the most stressful thing about school?" Xiao Ming was silent for a while, saying that it was the exam and the competition of his classmates. Indeed, today's educational environment is highly competitive, and children face tremendous academic pressure from an early age. Data shows that excessive academic pressure is one of the important factors leading to depression in adolescents.
Then I asked, "Aside from school, is there anything at home that makes you feel uncomfortable?" Xiao Ming hesitated for a moment and mentioned that his parents often quarreled. Disharmony in the family environment is also an important cause of depression in children. In a family full of quarrels and indifference, it is difficult for children to feel love and warmth, and in the long run, their hearts will be hurt.
Then, I noticed that Xiao Ming's eyes flashed when he talked about his hobbies. I asked, "Do you like to draw very much?" Xiao Ming nodded. I told him that hobbies are a great way to relieve stress and a comfort to their souls. However, many children are forced to give up their hobbies for various reasons in the process of growing up, which is undoubtedly a kind of destruction of their souls.
During the counseling process, I also found that Xiao Ming had some negative self-evaluation. He always felt that he was not good enough and inferior to others. This negative self-perception is also a significant cause of depression. I told Xiao Ming that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, and we must learn to accept ourselves and appreciate ourselves.
After several consultations, Xiao Ming's mood gradually improved. He began to rediscover his interest in painting and learned how to deal with academic pressure and family problems. At my suggestion, his parents also began to improve the family environment and give Xiao Ming more care and support.
Xiao Ming's story is not unique. More and more children are suffering from depression. So, what should we do as parents and members of society? First of all, we should pay attention to the mental health of our children and give them enough care and support. Secondly, it is necessary to reduce the academic pressure of children and give them more time and space to develop their own interests and hobbies. Finally, it is necessary to create a harmonious family environment so that children can grow up in love.
Adolescent depression is a social problem that cannot be ignored. Let's work together to create a healthier and happier environment for children to grow up!