The worst part about physical changes in adolescence is comparing ones self to others and the feeling of not being good enough. ... Females self-image of their body is much more negative than males'. ... There is a possible gender effect for body self image and self-esteem. Overall, males have higher self-esteem when it comes to body image. ... Knowledge about the issue can make a big difference on how someone feels about his/her physical appearance and boost his/her self image....

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For some the disease can be traced to low self esteem; for others to excessive drain on their physical health and energy for chronic illnesses; for others to abnormally high levels of stress related life experiences; for other realization that life is passing them by and their goals will never be reached. ... A manic episode goes on for at least a weeks, during which a person in unusually euphoric, cheerful, and high and has at least three of the following symptoms: has great self-esteem, has little need for sleep, speaks rapidly and frequently, has racing thoughts, and is easily distracted...

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For certain individuals, especially ones with low self-esteem this can cause a mild form of depression, because they don't feel as adequate or that their life is as great as their Facebook friends. ... This theory proposes that mild depression is an adaptive response that evolved to aid risk aversive behavior in social contexts; for example, in threat situations, the suite of depressive functions include hypersensitivity to the social status of others, reducing one's expectations of success and sending signals of low relative self-value to others. ... Ethical Considerations One of t...

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Naturally I recognize that this is not normal, however, instead of communicating with those around me how I was feeling, I proceeded to go to the internet to self-diagnosis. ... This self-diagnosis confused me due to the fact that I always thought that depression was not real, in the sense that it was something made up by a person to stop them from being productive, and this confusion leads to my eagerness in what is depression? ... " (7) Depression brings nothing but self -loathing, hopelessness, and helplessness to you in every aspect of life making you unable to find joy in anything, n...

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Scientific research points to divorce and the break down of the nuclear family as the major culprits that leave young children with emotional scars, low self-esteem and uncertain parental support (Joan 20-23). ... Depression is described as exhibiting sadness, self harmful ideas, low-self esteem, withdrawal, lack of social and peer relations and other signs and symptoms (Reid, Patterson, Snyder 173-178). ... Many suicidal youths experience family troubles which lead them to doubt their self worth and make them seem unwanted, misunderstood, and unloved. ... This often leads to continued se...

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Therapeutic settings can be very effective in dealing with the symptoms of depression such as helplessness, hopelessness, negative thinking, irrational ideas, self-criticism and shame. ... During this time the individual with manic depression is often cheerful and has great self-esteem. ... Another cause could be people who have low self-esteem, who consistently view themselves and the world as viewing the bad side instead of the good or who are readily overwhelmed by stress, are more likely to get depression. ...

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Bi polar disorder consists of episodes of abnormally elevated or irritable mood during which the patient feels inflated self-esteem; needs less sleep; talks more than usual; or engages excessively in pleasurable but unwise activities. ...

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Low self esteem, and pessimism about the future may play an significant role, as well as a combination of feelings of anger and helplessness are usual found at the root of depressive episodes. ... This is characterized by hostility and a lack of affection (1002, Gotlib & Hammen) In conclusion, Major Depressive Disorder is characterized by symptoms and signs over a sustained period of depressed mood or any loss of interest in activities, disturbances with sleep, low energy, changes in appetite, weight loss or weight gain, difficulty concentrating, and very low self-esteem. ...

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Change in feelings can even affect the the individual's confidence or self esteem and may also cause disappointment towards themselves. ... In some cases the person will even consider their self as being worthless or that people would be better off without them. ... In many situations other family members often times neglect their own self when a family member is depressed. ...

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The neurotransmitter imbalance inhibits brain cells from communicating with each other, leading to confusion and low self-esteem (Causes of Depression). If the feelings of confusion and low self-esteem persist over time, people become "readily overwhelmed by stress and are more prone to depression" (Franklin). These people who are more prone to depression usually become depressed if action is not taken against the feelings of low self-worth. ... Outside factors play a huge role in determining a person's self worth, and one of these factors is materialism. ... Due to this self need, D...

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Legally, suicide has been defined as, "the act of malicious self-murder, felo de se."" ... Edwin Shneidman, a central figure in the field of Suicidology, gave a very detailed definition: "currently in the Western world, suicide is a conscious act of self-induced annihilation, best understood as a multidimensional malaise in the needful individual who defines an issue for which the suicide is perceived as the best solution."" ... FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO SUICIDAL BEHAVIOUR Freud believed that suicide indicated unconscious hostility directed inward to the self, rather than outward to the perso...

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From bullying, the loss of a loved one to even a traumatizing event, depression and suicide go hand in hand sharing common symptoms like low self-esteem, extreme feelings of sadness and the desire to not keep on living. ... Because it is mainly psychological, diagnosis with simple tests is very difficult and although many physicians did not believe in self-diagnosis research proved otherwise. ... When posted in PubMed Central, the study reported that: "Thirty-five third year internal medicine residents completed a self-administered, written instrument containing 2 open-ended questions and...

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A manic episode is, "a period of excessive euphoria, inflated self-esteem, wild optimism and hyperactivity, often accompanied by delusions of grandeur and hostility if activity is blocked "(Dinsmoor, R. ... Depressed bipolar patients show low self-esteem and prolonged feelings of sadness. ...

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They experience feelings of guilt, helplessness, self-blame, and worthlessness (NIMH, Teen Depression). Depression damages the teenager's self-confidence, self-esteem, and his or her ability to accomplish everyday tasks. ... The severity of the depression and the dangers of self-harm should also be taken into consideration. ...

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For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation, or even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation, or even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self-esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This distraction could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation and even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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They include the feeling of worthlessness, failure, and lack of self-confidence. ... For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self-esteem stemming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation and even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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There is multiple treatments for depression but the most common treatments are; medications, therapy, and self-care. ... Types of Treatment Although professional help is probably the most effective and safest way to treat depression, there are natural self-care strategies that can help cope with depression. ... Regular exercise helps with self-esteem, which is a factor in most biological factors. ... Seeking professional help is a great way for treating depression, while self-care may work for some it may not be enough for others. ... Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), will focus on negative,...

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Depression can be triggered by a number of things such as loneliness, a tragedy in one's life, stress and low self esteems, but why are some young adults able to cope with these things and move on with their lives, while others are not and fall into depression? It is normal for young adults or anyone to appear to be and feel depressed for days, weeks and sometimes months about a tragic event in one's life, disappointment in one's self or others or mental stress. ... Obviously, the balance of recovery is not a simple process and young adults in recovery need to understand that ...

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A person with bipolar disorder will have tremendous highs, which is the manic phase, and is characterized by the following behavioral symptoms: "inflated self-esteem or grandiosity, decreased need for sleep, more talkative than usual or pressure to keep talking, flight of ideas or subjective experience that thoughts are racing, distractibility, increase in goal-directed activity, [and] excessive involvement in pleasurable activities that have a high potential for painful consequences" (American Psychiatric Association). ...

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This can be reactions such as fear, rage or depression, and self-defeating or self-damaging behavior. ... (O"Connor 1997) For many teens, symptoms of depression are directly related to low self-esteem coming from increased emphasis on peer popularity. ... This "distraction" could include increased disruptive behavior, self-inflicted isolation and even verbal threats of suicide. ...

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His energy and talent clearly turned periods of depression into an exploration of the inner self, which combined with his careful observation of the external world, resulted in works such as the Melencolia engraving. ...

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Youth with a history of depression on their mother's side were found to have lower self-esteem, lower perceived self worth, and higher levels of depressive thinking than children of medically ill and well mothers. ... Parents suffering from depression reported to be pessimistic and make verbal criticisms, which was associated with youth making negative statements in reference to themselves and their tendency to make self-blaming attributions for negative events (Garber, 2001). ...

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Abstract Clinical depression affects women twice as often as men. As with many mental disorders, a variety of factors may be involved with the onset of depression in women. Specific attention has been paid to the biological factors, such as the changes in the brain, hormones, and genetics. Neurotra...

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