Over the last year I've noticed that my daughter who is now 10 has problems with displaying emotions....all except anger. She is so easily upset over the smallest things. She punishes herself by crying and saying she is no good long before she even knows if she is in trouble or not. (most of time she doesn't get in trouble). But she is the extreme with other emotions....she has a very hard time with expressing happiness and excitement....especially excitment. As a child when I opened Christmas present I reeled over all the new toys and things santa left for me. She just opens the gifts and seems generally happy but none of the typical jumping for joy or excitment. We went to disneyworld over the summer and she enjoyed herself but there ws no sense of happiness or excitment to be there. Any other kid would be running around and flippin' out. Could she have some form of depression??? Sorry for the long question, it's just I'm at a loss.
2006-11-04 02:03:52 · 8 answers · asked by MellyK1234 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
I guess I've noticed this behavior in her earlier years but seems to be getting more noticeable as she gets older
2006-11-04 02:05:35 · update #1
I'm a RN who specialized in Mental Health and taught Nursing for over 20 years. Yes, she could have some form of depression as you suggested. At any rate, she appears to have low self-esteem and would benefit from being assessed by a child psychologist or psychiatrist. Every person expresses emotions differently depending on their personality and life experiences but it is definitely problematic for her to become so easily upset over the smallest things. It would definitely be beneficial for your daughter to get counseling so that she can learn how to get in touch with her feelings and be able to express them in appropriate ways. Many teenagers have difficulty identifying and verbalizing their feelings. If they are feeling depressed some will start cutting themselves in order to externalize the deep pain that they are experiencing internally. You are a wise and caring parent to be seeking information regarding your daughter's hypersensitivity when little things go wrong. Please get her some professional help now. Good luck to you and God bless.
2006-11-04 02:39:04 · answer #1 · answered by marnie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried talking to her about it? Have you asked her what are some of her favorite things or things she loves? Is it possible anything traumatic has happend to her? This is very sad, I hope this can be resolved. If she doesn't mention anything, then I would consider some counseling. Has there been a divorce or has anyone passed away recently? Have you asked her how she feels about certain events? I think counseling is a good idea, maybe she will open up and try to avoid medicating her at such a young age. By the way, does she do well in school? is she social (have friends, participate in activities etc.)? You should try to put her in a dance class or sports team to improve social skilss etc. this may help as well. good luck, I hope things get better.
2006-11-04 10:23:16 · answer #2 · answered by Diamonds_4Ever 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Honestly, when I read your question I had a flash-back of my own childhood, and even now. She definitely needs to go to a doctor, and not just any doctor, because they will tell you she is just that way and its just perhaps a thing that she'll outgrow. The school counselor, in my junior year at high-school, called my parents in and they told them that I was a very depressed young woman who needed to go see a doctor in a specialized field for this. I had the same symptoms as your little girl had. I never went because my parents thought it was something I'd outgrow. I didn't outgrow it. It went on and is still going on so I took myself to the doctor, and she gave me a referral to a doctor who specializes in that sort of thing. He put me on medication and therapy (talking it all out). I am on just a few pills today and I am much, much better. I had a hormone/chemical imbalance. I still do. I can't emphasize enough that she does need help. If you don't want her on medication then they could try something else. I probably would do that because of her age. I wish you God's Best and I believe she will get better as time heals away her pain.
2006-11-04 10:36:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all always make it clear that you love her. A lot of parents go wrong by not expressing their affections for their child no matter how much the love their kid. And your daughter, don't get mad at me for saying this, is probably Goth. Now get rid of your stereo typical idea of what Goth is. It doesn't mean she is obsessed with death, wears black all the time, or wants to kill her self. She just has a different way of expressing herself. Try getting her into artistic things like writing, drawing, or sculpting. This will help her express her self. tip: show interest in her work because that is her converted on to paper or some other form no matter if it seems unusual
2006-11-04 10:24:50 · answer #4 · answered by E'Shell 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There is a condition of depression called Dysthymia, I had it as a child but was only diagnosed later in life. If you are worried, get her professional help... I can't tell you how much I wish my parents would have payed more attention and done something about it. It's not something to take lightly.
2006-11-04 10:07:42 · answer #5 · answered by czekoskwigel 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
By earlier years, do you mean she was in school. She may have a bully that is following her around, just making her miserable and depressed. Talk with her and see if she can tell you why she feels so bad.
2006-11-04 10:12:25 · answer #6 · answered by kny390 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
depression could be the problem....take her to a counseler and see what is going on with her...
2006-11-04 10:42:37 · answer #7 · answered by walterknowsall 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i hope this is not depression because if they give her anti depressants she may be come suicidal.
2006-11-04 10:07:04 · answer #8 · answered by Oh2Lovely 3 · 1⤊ 5⤋