Dream - A heartbreaking condition befell a 13-year-old boy in Cirebon, West Java, who experienced depression to the point of dropping out of school. Many assumed that the child was depressed because his mother sold his cellphone for daily necessities.

"Until extreme symptoms appear, such as in a child in Cirebon who went berserk at school. In fact, like adults, children can also experience depression."

Quoted from Alodokter.com, depression in children can limit their ability to engage in normal activities. This condition can occur due to several factors, ranging from family problems, bullying, violence, abuse, parental divorce, the death of a loved one, to mental disorders.

The silence of a child does not necessarily mean that they are fine. On the contrary, it could be a sign that the child is actually under severe stress, which if left untreated, could lead to severe depression. Symptoms of depression in children can manifest both psychologically and physically.

The psychological symptoms that can be seen when a child starts to feel depressed include the child becoming easily angry, especially when reprimanded. They appear very gloomy, sad, and prefer to be alone.

"If there are such symptoms, immediately seek assistance. You can consult with a child psychologist or child psychiatrist. Source: Alodokter"