Understanding Mood Swings and Depression

What is the main cause of mood swings in teenagers?

• Dietary habits

• Lack of sleep

• Hormonal changes

• Peer pressure

What are hormones responsible for in the body?

• Causing mood swings exclusively

• None of the above

• Controlling hunger and sleep cycles

• Regulating emotions only

How do hormones affect the teenage brain?

• They can overwhelm the limbic system

• They only affect physical growth

• They calm the brain

• They have no effect

What is the role of the limbic system in the brain?

• It regulates emotions

• It is responsible for vision

• It controls physical growth

• It manages digestion

What differentiates clinical depression from normal mood swings?

• It is caused by a specific event

• It is temporary

• It involves feeling down most of the time

• It only affects adults

What should someone do if they experience symptoms of depression?

• Keep it to themselves

• Wait for it to pass

• Talk to someone about it

• Ignore the feelings

What is a common misconception about depression?

• It is easy to overcome alone

• It is always caused by external events

• It can happen to anyone

• It only affects certain people

What is a sign that someone might be experiencing clinical depression?

• Feeling happy all the time

• Losing interest in activities they enjoy

• Having a perfect social life

• Being overly energetic

Why is it important to talk about mental health issues?

• To find understanding and support

• To make others feel bad

• To feel more isolated

• To avoid dealing with emotions

What is a benefit of seeing a counselor?

• It is a waste of time

• It helps to talk about stress

• It makes problems worse

• It is only for severe cases