Even good things like school, friends, and family can sometimes cause stress. You face pressures to win, to be liked, to do well in school, to get along with your family, to get over disappointments, and to make important decisions about your life. This kind of stress is part of growing up and worrying about it a little is normal. You need to pay attention. If you start to feel extremely sad, worthless, or hopeless for a long time, it may be a sign of a bigger problem called depression.
Culture shock can also cause feelings of sadness.
Culture shock happens when you move to a different country. Your mind and body need time to adjust to a new country, new friends, new schools, new sights and sounds, new foods, and new activities. This can be very stressful and lead to feelings of sadness and depression. Don t worry. These things take time.