Uncomfortable atmosphere or quarrels with friends may seem simple to adults. However, it is different if the condition is experienced by teenagers. If allowed to drag on, this can trigger depression in adolescents. Teenagers do often experience mood swings. That is why, teenagers who look depressed or sad are often considered normal, for example because of a broken heart, getting bad grades, or feel less attention from parents. In fact, it could be a symptom of depression in adolescents. If left unchecked, this condition can continue and cause a desire to hurt yourself, even suicide. Various Trigger Factors and Symptoms of Depression in Adolescents Depression in adolescents can be triggered by a variety of factors, ranging from the environment, hormonal changes, traumatic experiences, to genetics or heredity. Usually, depression in adolescents causes complaints and symptoms in the form of: Easy to cry, offended, and angry because of simple things. Loss of interest in doing dai...