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OPTIMISM MAY PROTECT TEENS FROM DEPRESSION
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IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Press Release)
Feb. , 2011 -- Teenagers with a brighter outlook on life may
be less likely to fall into depression, a new study suggests.
The study, which followed more than 5,600 Australian teens,
found that those with the most optimistic views of themselves
and the world around them were less likely to develop symptoms
of depression over the following year. These days, teens go
through all sorts of issues and try to hold themselves up to
the "social standards". Whether it be exams, peer
rejection, or even family turmoil, teens find themselves in
situations they can’t handle well and the outcome may
be a teen who is yelling at others, grumpy, easily frustrated,
defiant, or quick to snap at parents' benign comments, in other
words, showing symptoms of depression. Studies have shown that
teens with a more positive perspective on life may in fact be
less susceptible to such matters and react in a different matter.
But is optimism really affective when it comes to depression?
The students completed questionnaires that gauged their tendency
to have an "optimistic thinking style." One-quarter
were judged to have a "very high" level of optimism:
they generally saw the world and other people as good, liked
themselves and felt like they had a bright future. These positive-thinking
teens were less likely to report depression symptoms at the
study's start. About 15 percent of the teens with the highest
level of optimism also scored high enough on a standard questionnaire
to suggest at least mild depression. That compared with 59 percent
of boys and 76 percent of girls with "very low" optimism
levels who showed signs of depression. More importantly, the
researchers say, the most optimistic teens were half as likely
to report new depression symptoms one year later, compared with
their least-positive peers. The findings do not prove that optimism
itself wards off depression. And it's not clear why the relationship
exists. Issues that influence optimism may be childhood history,
upbringing, sibling relationship, etc. "We don't really
know why some teens are more optimistic than others, and how
teachable optimism is," said the study's lead researcher,
Dr. George C. Patton of the University of Melbourne and Royal
Children's Hospital in Australia. But the fact is that if optimism
is likely to help with depression than it is an issue that teens
should be more aware of. Some ways we can help our teens to
be more optimistic is to teach them that:
"Anything is possible."
"My circumstances do not create me, I create my circumstances."
"The only thing I can control is my attitude towards life."
"I always have a choice."
"I choose to live my positive side of life."
It’s not known for sure if optimistic teens will be free of
depression, but a positive outlook is more affective in lifestyle
choices, social behavior, and overall growth than a negative
one.
Optimistic or not “growing pains” are to be expected as teenagers
grapple with the challenges of growing up and mild depression
may occur. Parents must be vigilant to dramatic, long-lasting
changes in personality, mood, or behaviors as these may indicate
deeper problem. If you’re unsure if an adolescent in your life
is depressed or just “being a teenager,” consider how long the
symptoms have been present, how severe they are and how different
the teen is acting from his or her usual self. Consulting with
a professional will help you in making a decision on how to
help your teen. Left untreated, teen depression can lead to
problems at home and school, drug abuse, self-loathing - even
irreversible tragedy such as homicidal violence or suicide.
Inspirations for Youth and Families a nationally recognized,
licensed residential treatment center, for teens ages 14 to
18 and their families specializing in treating teens suffering
from depression and other destructive behaviors. Inspirations’
teen treatment center focuses on all aspects of teen behavioral
issues. Our teen treatment programs are designed around a positive
environment to boost the teens’ self-esteem and produce long
term results.
For more information on drug abuse and drug addiction treatment programs
contact us:
Teen Drug Rehab/ Teen Addiction Treatment Programs: 1-888-757-6237
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http://www.covecenterforrecovery.com
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