Teen Perspective: Stress and Depression

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• QHow can I help a teen friend who talks about suicide?

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  AMaureen Q. Russell, MPH, RN answered

  <p>Trust in yourself that you <em>can</em> help, and your willingness to do so is the most important thing you can offer your friend right now. But - and this is a big but - you cannot&nbsp;do this alone. A good place to...Full Answer
• QAs a teen, what should I know about sexual abuse in childhood?

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  ABonnie Lynn Wright, PhD answered

  It happens without regard to social or economic status and it is <strong>never</strong> the child's fault.&nbsp; If you are a teen who has been abused, find a professional who will help you deal with any unresolved issue...Full Answer
• QWhat is situational depression?

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  AInternational Bipolar Foundation answered

  <p>A death, natural disaster or other traumatic event can send anyone&mdash;adult, teen, child&mdash;into such a spiral of despair, the brain cannot work its way out again. Studies show that 40 percent of those experienc...Full Answer
• QWhy do teens cut themselves?

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  ADr. Michael Roizen, MD answered

  Cutting, or self-mutilation, can lead to a brief adrenaline surge and a kind of<br /> mental &ldquo;numbing.&rdquo; Some people report feeling dissociated from the pain and relieved of their stress for that moment, b...Full Answer
• QWhat are the types of stress?

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  AManuel Villacorta answered

  There are two types of stress:<br /><ul><li><strong>Acute Stress</strong>: This sort of stress lasts mere seconds; it's there, it's intense, and then it's gone. A good example might be when you almost hit another car. Yo...Full Answer

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• QWhich foods raise serotonin levels in teens?

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  ADr. Mehmet Oz, MD answered

  Certain foods increase serotonin levels, such as turkey and chocolate (not necessarily together--yuck!). That&rsquo;s why people feel so good and satisfied after Thanksgiving dinner. Another good food to boost your mood ...Full Answer
• QAs a teen, what are the benefits of deep breathing?

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  ADr. Mehmet Oz, MD answered

  <p>Deep breathing through your nose helps transport nitric oxide--a very potent lung and blood vessel dilator that resides in your nasal passages--to your lungs, making your lungs and blood vessels function better....Full Answer
• QAs a teen, how can I manage stress?

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  ADr. Mehmet Oz, MD answered

  <p>The real key to stress is learning how to manage it. Here are some of the big picture things you can do to get a grip when you&rsquo;re feeling overwhelmed:<br /> <br /> &bull; sleep well<br /> <br /> &bull; eat a bal...Full Answer
• QHow can I relieve stress quickly if I'm a teen?

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  ADr. Mehmet Oz, MD answered

  But in the heat of the moment, at peak periods of high intensity,<br /> you should be able to pull a quick stress-busting behavior out of your bag of tricks. Our suggestions:<br /><ul><li> Scrunch your face tightly...Full Answer
• QWhat is a breathing exercise that helps with college-related stress?

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  ADaphne Oz answered

  This deep breathing exercise with visualization can help you relax:<br /> <br /> Find a place where roommates, friends, phone calls, e-mail, or any other outside distractions won't bother you. Close your eyes and vis...Full Answer