Teenagers and Depression: What Parents May Be Missing The teenage years can be among the most emotionally intense stages of life. Teens are in the middle of a difficult balancing act: trying to discover their unique identity while also wanting…
Understanding Depression: A New Experience for Parents As a parent, recognizing and accepting that your child may be suffering from depression can be both shocking and overwhelming—especially if it’s your first experience with mental illness in the family. Teen depression…
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Pushing Friends Away Lets Depression Hide Why Pushing Friends Away Feels “Right” When You’re Depressed When you’re depressed, pushing people away might seem like the safest thing to do. You think: “I’m moody, I’m sad—why would anyone want to be…
Supporting children starts with patience, grace, and understanding. A Lifelong Journey Begins According to numerous scientific studies, many mental health conditions begin developing in childhood—often surfacing during adolescence. What may start as subtle emotional or behavioral changes can evolve into…