Growing periods of depression and shutting people out from their true feelings. Student is under extreme pressures, such as abuse, loss of someone close, tragedy, etc. Student becomes angry or sad for no apparent or obvious reason. Student begins to abuse alcohol and other drugs, or exhibits other high-risk behaviors. Attempted suicide in the past.
Social isolation is common.
Frequently exhibit low self-esteem. Writes, draws, or talks about death. Many live outside traditional two-parent family. Has suffered at least one significant loss. Cares little about things once important.