Depression

[lee2004]

My daughter is 7 she's only child lately she's been in her room all the times watching the same movies over and over she gets home from school go to her room turn on movie eats in her room which she never did before she hardly watch tv programs anymore. I dont know what is going on she cries for no reason and than she gets upset yelled at me making comments. I really don't know what to do at this stage should i take her to someone who can talked to her perpahps find out what's been going on.

[margypops]

Maybe time to cut back on some of the work so you can give her extra time , she sounds lonely , have some family time , eat dinner together  no TV ..let her have TV later in the evening its in your hands to change this , you know its not right ..At 7 year old children like to be read stories, and summer is coming maybe an evening walk .Good luck this is up to you and get her Dad involved ..

[lee2004]

Well she's A+ student in class she talks alot express herself very good I quit my job because both me and my husband work for investigation company so we hardly get time for anything no im at home working she loves watching the movie "parent trap" over and over again she was never like that before we ate dinner every night at table now we don't not sure if it's rebellion at this age?

[Sandman2]

   I think talking to her school teacher is an excellent idea.  Getting to eat dinner in her own room at age 7 (or any age) is ridiculous.  That needs to stop.  Any idea what movies she is watching?
   If she is really depressed.  It won't get better by her isolating her self.  She needs to talk to some one.  Hopefully, its you over dinner.  If that doesn't work then professional help is worth getting.  But definitely talk to her teacher and see if the teacher notices the same problems at school.  If the teacher does not see any problem - then that makes a huge difference as to what is going on.

[jdtm]

If your daughter won't give you a clue to what is going on, then I would ask her teacher.  It is possible your daughter is having trouble at school - with her studies, her friends or even bullying.  Also, does she attend any sports or other activities; if so, I would ask the leaders of these groups - maybe one of them might be able to help you.  But, depression at seven years of age is also possible - is there any family history of mood disorders?  If so, it might be wise to see your family doctor.  Perhaps others on this board might have additional comments or advice ...

[margypops]

Another thought children of this age do love board games and there are some great ones out there, scrabble is a lot of fun and educational.,card games, Monopoly with her Dad maybe ,, its good to get all the family joining in say once or twice a week .If she is fed up its because she has less connection with you, time to get a fire started ...

[margypops]

Maybe TV in her room is not such a good idea , at 7 year old I feel she should have some family time , so start a new rule evening TV is in the living area where you can enjoy her company , if she continues down this road when shes a teen you wont see her ...