"CHilD dEpRESsioN!"
Hey Diary,
Hey my name is Markina Jatayvia Heartberry, a 15 year old teenager.
People on the outside would look at me as a spoiled bratt who lives a regular lovely life….but it’s just the opposite.
Have you ever had parents that didn’t believe in “child depression”, or that you shouldn’t have feelings too ?
Well listen to my story and how I got through it….
Key facts
Globally, one in seven 10-19-year-olds experiences a mental disorder, accounting for 13% of the global burden of disease in this age group.
Depression, anxiety and behavioural disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents.
Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-19 year-olds.
The consequences of failing to address adolescent mental health conditions extend to adulthood, impairing both physical and mental health and limiting opportunities to lead fulfilling lives as adults.
**GGI PSA: The Diary names are fictitious and is intended for educational purposes. The entries you will read may have made up names but the story's are real and the feelings are real. If you or you know of someone suffering from depression reach out to someone for help.**
