Here we share just a small part of this very informative article by Child Mind Institute, if you want to read all the article please visit: https://childmind.org/article/signs-of-depression-during-coronavirus-crisis/
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Depression can be easy to miss, especially in teenagers, since adolescents are often moody. But with sadness and irritability widespread during this crisis, the signs can be even easier for family members to overlook. Likewise, kids and teens who are struggling may not recognize their own symptoms for what they are.

Symptoms of depression include:
-Unusual sadness or irritability, persisting even when circumstances change
-Loss of interest in activities they once enjoyed
-Reduced feelings of anticipation
-Changes in weight
-Shifts in sleep patterns
-Sluggishness
-Harsh self-assessment (“I’m ugly. I’m no good. I’ll never make friends.”)
-Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness
-Thoughts of or attempts at suicide.

​If your child continues to show symptoms of depression, it’s important to get professional help. Speak with your child’s pediatrician or primary care physician to get a referral for a mental health professional or contact a mental health professional directly.