I was just wondering..... I heard somewhere that Depression or Bipola can be pass down from a parent who has either one, to there children. Is this true? If so what should I do. Considering my oldest father has Bipola with scits tendencys, and i think i see some symptons in my 11 yr old already. OR???? Could I be just seeing that he just maybe starting puberty??
2007-01-25 13:31:41 · 7 answers · asked by ladybear 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
There's a good article on this subject at Answers.com (link below). Signs include:
Sadness - The child may feel despondent and hopeless. They may cry easily. Some children will hide their tears by becoming withdrawn.
Loss of pleasure or interest - A child who has always enjoyed playing sports, for example, may suddenly decide to not try out for the team this year. They may complain of feeling "bored" or reject an offer to participate in an activity, which they've always enjoyed in the past.
Anxiety - The child may become anxious, tense, and panicky. The source of their anxiety may well give you a clue to what's causing their depression.
Turmoil - The child may feel worried and irritable. They may brood or lash out in anger as a result of the distress they are feeling.
There's is certainly a genetic component to depression, so your son may be more liable to it than the average 11-year-old. I encourage you to check with your pediatrician on this. One thing about depression that not everyone know is that each bout of it makes it more likely that it will happen again, so early treatment is important.
Good luck to both of you!
2007-01-25 14:38:56 · answer #1 · answered by funkysmama 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state that the children live in, but cps, after an investigation, could ask the prosecutor to file charges against the 11yr old or go after the person(s) who perpetrated the original crime on the 11yr old. Unfortunately, many sexual predators don't get caught for yrs. Hopefully, both children have been evaluated & are in therapy, if needed, before the cycle is perpetuated. Good luck!!
2016-05-24 00:18:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have dealt with really bad depression issues, so bad i use to be suicidal. if he comes to you for some type of comfort be there for him, this is very important especially since he will be going through puberty soon! if he seems distant, stressed, uneasy, tired, lazy, unwilling to do anything, or rebellious... that could be symptoms. i know when i was depressed i locked myself in my room and stayed to myself. talk to your son and ask him if anything is wrong and let him know your there. also, just cause your a father has bipola doesnt 100 percent mean your son has it too! most of all, talk to a doctor about these sort of things.. this is my input but i am not a doctor.<33
2007-01-25 13:46:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was worried about the same thing with my son who will be 11 this year and I talked to his doctor who told me to take into talk to someone... It turns out that most boys do have some bouts of depression while going thru puberty.. But he goes once a month and it has help
2007-01-25 14:22:13 · answer #4 · answered by jenikae 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depression and bipolar are genetic so if youre concerened talk to him and encourage him to see someone. Even if u r second guessing whether or not he is having probs its better to know 4 sure
2007-01-25 13:37:31 · answer #5 · answered by do you know me? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
avoid the doctor or psychologist until he is older or exhibits truly depressive symptoms. he is still growing up. putting him on drugs or taking him to a shrink could actually cause depression.
2007-01-29 08:05:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if feels suicidale hold his head underwater if he kicks and struggles he wants to live and should appreaciate things more.
2007-01-25 13:38:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋