Danger: Pretending Your Child Doesn’t Have Depression

Sometimes, making the right decisions for the people we love is hard.
Sometimes, making the right decisions for the people we love is hard.
“There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds.”
― Laurell K. Hamilton
African American teens are hurting.
Growing up, I was made to believe crying would only make me look weak. It was not only okay, but expected for me to suffer in silence.
As you pay attention to your well-being, remain cognizant of triggers.
Of course, your teen should most definitely consult a doctor or mental health professional if they feel down for days on end, their diet, or sleep patterns are affected, or they start having suicidal thoughts. Always take suicide seriously.