听力原文: My child seems sad; is he suffering from depression? Not necessarily! Normal sad
What are the symptoms? It might seem logical that the most obvious symptom of depression would be sadness, but many depressed children say they don't feel sad or gloomy. Interestingly, one of the key signs of depression in children is [34] irritability(易怒). Children may be depressed if [34] they have trouble getting along with other kids and family members or have dramatic swings in mood. Other signs of depression include lack of energy, inability to concentrate, [34] poor performance in school, a sense of hopelessness and helplessness, and frequent complaints about physical ailments like headaches or stomachaches.
If your child exhibits any symptoms of depression, ask yourself three questions: [35] Is this behavior. new? Is it long-lasting (going on for several weeks or more)? Are the symptoms interfering with his ability to function at home, in school, or with his friends? If you answer yes to any of those questions, you should probably have your child evaluated by a child or adolescent psychologist, psychiatrist, or other licensed mental health professional trained to work with children and adolescents.
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A.The child seems sad.
B.His or her sadness lasts for a rather long period of time.
C.The child occasionally feels blue or down.
D.He or she feels life has its ups and downs.