And children who suffer from depression are more likely to develop other serious illnesses during adulthood. Depressed children may be terrified of leaving their parent or begin to worry about the death of a parent. Children may also get into trouble and feel like no one understands them. These are sometimes seen as part of being a child and changes, which is an inaccurate generalization. By the time adolescents turn fifteen, girls are twice as likely as boys to have a depressive disorder. But when teens suffer from depression, it may come at a time when changes are continually occurring. Teens are dealing with their identity, and issues related to sexuality and hormones are becoming an increasingly important part of their lives. Teen depression can be linked to disorders such as eating disorders or substance abuse. Depressed adolescents are also at greater risk of trying or succeeding