The craziness in Ordinary People is directly related to the depression of the many characters (Guest, Judith). Teenage depression is a rising occurrence in adolescents today. Many teenagers experiencing depression are never diagnosed and the problem continues through adulthood. Due to the emotional transition children go through their teenage years the signs and symptoms of depression are often overlooked. The characters, in Ordinary People, go through times of craziness as a result of depression in themselves.
             Depression is the state of being self degraded or humbled. Depressed teenagers are more likely to die from accidents as the depression increases. It is not uncommon for young people to think about the deaths other teenagers or close family. Suicide, "Offing oneself," can be a direct result of depression. Suicide often happens in teens that are preoccupied in issues of mortality. Many of their stressors include divorce, physical, sexual or mental abuse, and drug and alcohol use. A drop in grades may signify loss of concentration and slower thinking. Suicide is morally and ethically wrong.
             The suicide rate has increased 200% as a result of depression over the last 10 years ("You asked about.."). More that 20% of teens have emotional problems. One third of teens in clinics suffer from depression. Also half of all Americans believe depression is a character or social flaw ("You asked about.."). Depression is often overlooked in teenagers.
             There are many symptoms that show signs of depression in teenagers ("You asked about..") . Wearing black clothes frequently may signify depression. If a teen writes poetry with morbid themes is could be a symptom. Listening to music with a nihilistic theme is also a sign of depression. Another significant sign of depression may be sleeping problems can cause teens to stay up through the night hours watching television. If
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