HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Child Has Depression, Feels Sad, Stopped Playing. Should I Go To Emergency?

Hi, my son is almost 13. He is suffering from depression , we have seen a therapist twice. He seemed to be okay. All of a sudden, or at least it seemed that way to me, he has gotten worse. He doesn t know how to explain how he is feeling, but I can see he is very sad. He said all he wants to do is stay in bed and snowboard. He plays competetive hockey and doesn t want to do that now. My question is should I go to emerg or wait to speak with my family doctor on Monday? He says he just wants it to stop. He can t explain it. I believe it is how he is feeling.
Wed, 13 Mar 2013
Report Abuse
Pediatrician,  's  Response
Hi
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
Moon swings are common in adolescent age group.There could be various reasons for this.
This could be due to some problem in school or with friends or family.
Try to be patient with him,try to speak to him.
Try to divert his attention by taking him out or playing with him.

Relax you can wait till monday,there is no need to take him to emergency

Wishing your child good health.
God bless,

I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Child Has Depression, Feels Sad, Stopped Playing. Should I Go To Emergency?

Hi Thanks for your query. I understand your concern. Moon swings are common in adolescent age group.There could be various reasons for this. This could be due to some problem in school or with friends or family. Try to be patient with him,try to speak to him. Try to divert his attention by taking him out or playing with him. Relax you can wait till monday,there is no need to take him to emergency Wishing your child good health. God bless,