Why do you think parents miss the warning signs of mental illness in their kids?
Poll - Total Votes: 15
Busy with their own problems
They hope their kid will just grow out of it
It's hard to tell
It's easy to miss
Everyone is on the spectrum of mental illness
You can only vote on one answer.
Loss of interest in usual fun activities
Withdrawal from social or usual pleasurable activities
Difficulties with concentration
Running away from home or talking about running away from home
Talking about death or dying, giving away (or talking about giving away) favorite possessions, writing goodbye letters
Sleep increase (or decrease)
Appetite/weight changes (more likely an increase, in depressed teens)
Occasionally, new or recent onset agitation or aggression
Comments indicating hopelessness or low self-worth
