A Parent's Guide for Suicidal and Depressed Teens (4 page)

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Authors: Kate Williams

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Confused thought processes; inability to ''think straight."
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Unexplained loss of energy (or wild variations in energy levels).
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Increased drug/alcohol use.*
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Constant feeling of worthlessness or self-hatred (may be covered up).
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Excessive risk-taking (driving recklessly, alcohol use, sex without contraception).*
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Misuse of sex and physical relationships.
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Preoccupation with death, dying, or suicide.*

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