How do I know if my dad is sad?
Symptoms of depression to watch for include:
- Extreme feelings. Is your parent experiencing feelings of deep sorrow, something that they cannot seem to manage or overcome?
- Loss of interest.
- Physical symptoms.
- Behavioral changes.
- Increased use of alcohol and/or drugs.
How old do you have to be to suffer from depression?
Both depression and anxiety tend to be higher in older children and teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17. An estimated 3.2 million adolescents aged 12 to 17 in the United States had at least one major depressive episode.
Does puberty cause depression?
Young people may experience higher risk of mental health issues with early puberty. Those most frequent in the teenage years include anxiety and depression, eating disorders, conduct disorder (serious antisocial behaviour), attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and self-harm.
How can I Help my Daughter with her mental health issues?
On the other hand, if your daughter is open to working things out then go for it. That would be quite wonderful. Consider seeing a therapist with your daughter if you both feel that this would help. Go forth slowly, carefully and with a well-intentioned heart. Remember that in this case patience is a virtue.
Are You Tired of the constant rejection from your daughter?
It is very understandable that you are tired of the constant rejection from your daughter despite your repeated attempts to have a relationship with her. You mentioned that the mother-daughter relationship changed 12 years ago. Your daughter would have been 18 then. I wonder what happened then.
How can I get my daughter to stop contacting me?
Make it clear to your daughter that you would like to have a more adult type of relationship with her that is based on more than her contacting you only when she needs something. You want her to need you, not just what you can offer her materially (I presume).
How can I make up for what I didn’t get in childhood?
Now, as an adult, you can make up for what you didn’t get in childhood. By beginning to tune in to yourself to pay attention to your feelings, by making a concerted effort to take care of your own needs, and by learning emotion management skills, you can begin the process of accepting your own true value as a human being.