
19/09/2025
🧠 Understanding Mood Disorders in Teens 🩺
As doctors, we see firsthand how many teenagers silently struggle with their mental health—especially mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder. These aren’t just “teenage mood swings” or a “phase.” They are real, diagnosable conditions that deserve understanding, support, and proper care.
📉 Signs to look out for:
* Persistent sadness or irritability
* Withdrawal from friends or activities
* Changes in sleep or appetite
* Low energy or fatigue
* Trouble concentrating
* Thoughts of self-harm or hopelessness
If you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, know that your support can make all the difference. Listen without judgment. Validate their feelings. And most importantly, don’t hesitate to seek professional help.
🧩 Early intervention can change the course of a teen’s life—for the better.
📞 If you or someone you love is struggling, reach out and make an appointment with Dr. Yolande le Roux at 021 852 6645
💬 064 905 8119
✉️ infodr@jakswa.co.za
📍 16 Caledon Street, Jakswa Medical Centre, Somerset West
*We offer an affordable consultation option if your medical aid has been exhausted.
Let’s remove the stigma and make mental health a priority for our youth. 💬💙