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March 30, 2022

Depression in Teens

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  • Andrew Martini

    I cannot find a single bit of wasted space, not one wasted word, nor a period out of place in your infographic. Depression is a very saturated topic that can steal hours from you if you try to read and research about it. The major issue people that I know who suffer with symptoms of depression come across, when trying to figure out if they have it, is sifting through the sheer number of articles and info; the lack of information on depression a couple decades ago was overcorrected with an overwhelming number of facts that can confuse and drown anyone trying to get answers or help. You cut through all of it and served up a lean and informative piece. My only criticism is that the infographic is very cold, meaning it could use some more color or images to make it appear softer on the eyes. Crisp, clean, informative. 9/10

  • Xavier Bohorquez

    Your infographic on depression is something on the refreshing, straightforward side of informative pieces I’ve read. While many infographics tend to be long-winded, you managed to show a lighthearted composition of info into an award! This is truly something to learn that such a young age group is disproportionately affected by this issue, particularly when there is such a significant divide between the impact on women and men. Glad this was Awarded in Social Sciences

  • Emilee Luera

    The arrangement of this graphic makes it clear where to look and where to receive information. The numbers and categories are useful at first, and the indications to watch for in depressed children are also provided. This feature is not only intriguing, but also useful in the real world. I appreciate how you covered all of the symptoms, as well as the step-by-step process for obtaining treatment and what therapies are available. Overall, you did a fantastic job highlighting mental health, which is really important!!

  • Bijou Davant

    Depression is something that effects so manya aspects of our lives and I feel like we should be informed more! The infographic is laid out so nicely and the background fits the topic so well.

  • Gaitan Martinez

    It does make me happy that mental health has gotten attention over the years because it has always been an issue, but wasn’t taken seriously especially in the 20th century. Although much of the modern day world has started to diagnose and treat mental health, there are still certain countries and cultures that do not believe in mental health treatment, and that really saddens me because some people do need help. Hopefully in the future, those people do change their ways.

  • Olivia Flores

    Wow what a great article. This is such an important topic that needs to be covered as so many people struggle with depression. It is a serious thing that sometimes is taken with a grain of salt when people need to understand how severe it can be. I am so glad you listed out all of the symptoms and step by step process on how to get help and what kind of treatments can be done. Overall such a great job speaking about mental health as it does matter!!

  • Rosa Inocencio

    Very interesting and informative infographic! I really liked that this infographic touches base on depression especially in teens. The reason is because depression in teens is something very common nowadays and at times it even seems to be ignored. I also love that it includes the symptoms and treatment options because at times as teens we are scared to reach out for help, Great Infographic!

  • Carollann Serafin

    This infographic had my vote right away. I love people who advocate for the importance of depression and mental health as a whole this was very touching and heartfelt, Great work!

  • Andrew Ponce

    Hello Brianna! Firstly congratulations on the award for this article. The visuals are very simple and not distracting at all to the eye. The way this graphic is set up allows for an easy flow of where to look and where to draw information from. The statistics and definitions of this are nice to be placed first, and not only this, but the symptoms to look for in teens with depression are added. This touch is not only informative but also useful in the real world. The second half of this graphic allows others to implement newly found knowledge into the real world, which is what I feel makes this article so great. Congratulations!

  • Juan Aguirre Ramirez

    Brianna your infographic was well on point! The information presented was easy to understand and the graphics really helped to drive home the key points. I also think it’s great that you addressed a topic that isn’t talked about enough mental health in adolescents. It’s important that we raise awareness and break the taboo around depression in teens.

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