Combatting depression and anxiety, mental health among our youth

Depression is still a hidden topic.

Depression is still a hidden topic.

Shame: I’ve failed as a parent!
Depression is a complicated condition; the experts are still debating the causes. Blaming yourself for your loved one’s depression doesn’t help anyone

In truth, to explain honestly, it’s sad that I feel the need to justify and explain how serious an issue depression is for teens and even younger children

Once a child is diagnosed with depression, a parent needs to focus provide adequate individual care and support.

While neglect and abuse are different, they are related. An abusive caregiver will often exhibit neglect, as well. A passive-aggressive, controlling caregiver, for example, will likely be emotionally distant.