2006-10-13 14:31:57 · 17 answers · asked by kairi fanboy 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
I'll 11 and i'm depressed
2006-10-13 14:34:09 · update #1
Not common but possible. Depending on homelife, school etc. There could be something targeting her depression.
2006-10-13 14:33:37 · answer #1 · answered by Christa Joy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In this day and age it's very possible. 11 year olds have way more stress and responsibility than the 11 year olds of just 10 years ago. We are living in a modern age where everything is instantaneous. Lots of children don't play outside anymore, too many children are cooped up with televisions, computers and video games. Many parents schedule their childrens "play dates." Studies show that sunlight exposure greatly decreases the possibility or severity of depression. Spend more time outside, spend time with friends. Enjoy your family. If you feel that you or others are in danger, you should talk to a parent, teacher or other trusted adult. There is nothing wrong with being depressed, it happens to all kinds of people. Many people believe it's due to chemical imbalances in the brain, that can't be controlled without medicine. Meet with your doctor, then can help you see the difference between being sad or lonely, and being clinically depressed.
2006-10-13 14:39:14 · answer #2 · answered by Tessa ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, dear, for an 11 year old with a brain that has covered the territory yours has, I'd say it would be common.
What you describe in your other questions is just normal behavior. Eleven year olds haven't entirely labeled behaviors as "male" or "female" yet. So there is cross-behaviors. The more aware a person is of their sexuality, the stronger the behaviors society labels as male or female.
You've had quite a lot of exposure to sexuality. However, eleven year olds haven't developed a sexuality yet. (I'm not saying boys/girls do not know they are boys/girls....I'm saying they haven't developed their identity yet).
You have the gift of time, to pick and choose how you will behave as a male in our society.
Treat people with respect. Respond to what they have to say. Don't react. Respond. Take a breath, think about what it is that you want to say, and say it calmly and respectfully. This teaches respect.
Learn how to make a responsible decision. Make decisions that take you to the independence you should have in about 7 years. Make good grades, maintain your living environment without prompts or reminders, be where you say you are going to be, and be home when you say you are going to be home. Teach people about the person you are becoming.
If I was you, dear, and I was eleven, I'd ask to go camping, or to go to the movies, or for candy money, or to have a friend sleep over. Let the sexuality go for now and take time to know yourself.
What does it matter what sexuality a person is, if they are good, strong, loving people? Isn't it a person's character you judge them by anyway?
Cheer up, son, you've got a new day. Enjoy it.
2006-10-13 15:33:23 · answer #3 · answered by Sunbaby 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was depressed when I was 11, and one of my best friends has a little sister who was depressed for awhile when she was 11, so I don't think it's overly common or anything, because most of the other girls I went to school with weren't depressed, or at least didn't act depressed, but I suppose it happens.
Since you're the one who is depressed, you need to talk to your mom or dad, or a teacher or counselor, an adult you trust, and tell them that you're depressed, and they will be able to help you feel better.
2006-10-13 15:20:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was 11, I wasn't depressed..... but when I hit 12... depression hit me like a brick wall and lasted a couple years... now I am 20 and have bouts of depression about twice a year (usually only last one day though)
2006-10-13 14:42:39 · answer #5 · answered by Ashley P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
having some deppresed feelings doesnt mean you are in depression, depression is an ilness only can diognised by a dr. if you are likely to become an adolescent the change in your hormones can make you feel that way
2006-10-14 01:31:38 · answer #6 · answered by lateine 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its common and its harder to when u start getting older entering ur pre teens cuz u get more and emo and ur thoughts get darker and feelings too u need a way to express ur feellings so they wont bottle up and u wont wind up hurting ur self try finding friends around u that are easy to talk too or writeing or really loud rock music when u cant take it anymore or look for friends on the net ur parents brothers, sisters anyone close to you that u feel safe with and can tell ur thoughts its a hard thing to go though i watched my friend go though it for a while it hurt alot but i was there with him im 16 f tx so if u never need some one to talk to about anything u can IM me or jus email but jus take care of ur self
2006-10-14 01:31:09 · answer #7 · answered by sexyhot flirt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its very common...its the age where you switch from elementry school into middle school..They change was not good for me at all..I was 11 also..It usually doesnt last too long..but dont think your the only one..and dont think your going crazy because your not..you just dont deal with change well..it will be fine trust me..
Im 16 now and life is great.
2006-10-13 16:15:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not that common, but lately kids have been reported to suffer from depression.
I hope that they'll get the help they need, because they're too young for depression.
2006-10-13 14:35:22 · answer #9 · answered by Lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not very common but if you are going through an emotional time it is best that you speak to an adult that you can discuss things openly with.
You shouldnt keep it bottled up inside because it can just get worse.
2006-10-13 14:38:16 · answer #10 · answered by wickedly_funny66 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋