Teen depression is a growing concern that has far-reaching implications, sometimes leading to unfortunate consequences like drug abuse. It’s a complex interplay of psychological, biological,…
The holiday season can be a happy time for so many people. There are dinners, endless get-togethers, gift swapping, and finally, the toast to a…
Having a child with any kind of mental health disorder often causes parents to feel hopeless and alone. You may have a sincere desire to…
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc throughout the U.S. and the world. Normal routines like going to school and work got disrupted, resulting in many…
Self-Injury Awareness Day is recognized internationally on March 1st. The event brings awareness about the prevalence of self-harm among individuals. Past research has shown that…
Teen depression isn’t normal. It is not healthy nor normal for teens to exhibit clinical depression symptoms, even though they may be moody and find…
The teen years are an emotional roller coaster. It’s complicated by hormonal changes and the transition between childhood and adulthood. Though most emerge from the…
A potent mix of hormonal changes, growing independence, and still-developing brain structures make the teenage years particularly difficult. These difficulties lead to teen alcohol and…
Clinical depression has become increasingly common among adolescents. In fact, there has been a 37% increase in clinical depression among Americans ages 12 to 17 between 2005…
Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in America. Thus, it is a major factor in suicide becoming the second leading cause…