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__Emotional Changes [[image:2556964792_451b3d7d8c.jpg caption="http://www.flickr.com/photos/faithdidyou/2556964792/ Date 14/6/10"]]__
Adolescence is an emotional roller coaster! Why?

The answer is teenagers are constantly dealing with pressure and changes.

Starting high school, making new friends, missing old friends, wanting good grades, being good at sports, being accepted are just some of the troubles teenagers might face.In today's fast moving society there just never seems to be enough time.

A problem you may face identify and selfimage. You find yourself wanting to make your own decisions but it can also seem overwhelming and even a bit scarey at times. This can cause alot of confusion and conflict within. It can also be a time of fun as new freedoms are established.

The onset of puberty is a major cause of teens mood swings. Thes e chemical and physical changes can cause emotional changes which are the ups and downs that cna make you feel out of control.

So the bottom line is your normal. Everyone goes through mood swings during adolescense.

__Depression: " When it's more then just a mood."__
Depression needs to be taken serious. If you feel like hurting yourself or that your emotions are out of control, tell someone. There are people that can help you, especially if its depression that is effecting you.

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