text: is it possible for a 12 year old to have depression? my parents split up before marraige. then, my mom got married and had a kid, 4 years younger than me. they got divorced. my mom was in a relationship for 5 years but it didn't work out. now she is in a relationship and we are moving in with that person and their 2 kids. my dad died on valentine's day. i cry for no reason. my mom just thinks i'm being a "normal teenager" but... yes, it is possible for a twelve year old to have depression (i personally had depression at age 12). some major symptoms of depression, depending on severity, include apathy, significant weight gain/loss, sleeping excessively or insufficiently, hopelessness, suicidal thoughts (please, get help if you do have these:  www.hopeline.com)... there are many more. as you have mentioned, bouts of crying are also indicative of depression.  of course, being a teenager, mood swings are also possible, but since you've somewhat expressed that you're upset because of your parents' relationship, ... maybe it would be good to talk to a mentor or couneslor. good luck.