{"id":5766,"date":"2022-04-25T23:19:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-25T22:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/?p=5766"},"modified":"2023-10-04T11:42:02","modified_gmt":"2023-10-04T06:42:02","slug":"depressive-disorder-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/depressive-disorder-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Depressive Disorder in Children – What Parents Need to Know?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Can children really have depression?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That seems like a bizarre question. Because childhood is marked with carefree days and a healthy, growing attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sadly, it\u2019s real. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Childhood depression is distinct from the \u2018blues\u2019 and other common emotions that children experience as they grow up. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just because a child appears unhappy doesn’t indicate they’re suffering from depression<\/a>. However, if the sorrow persists or interferes with typical social activities, interests, academics, or family life, it could indicate that they are suffering from a depressive disorder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember that, while depression is a serious condition, it is also one that can be treated.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep on reading this article to know about depressive disorder in children, and how you can help your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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