Black Teens’ Suicide Rates Are Rising—But Who’s Paying Attention?

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.

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.

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

At this point, you may be wondering: What are the signs? Well, apart from the ‘typical’ signs of depression like changes in eating or sleeping patterns

What’s Really Behind That Smile? Hidden behind your child’s smile could be a world of pain you don’t see. “If you’re reading this… Congratulations, you’re alive.If that’s not something to smile about, then I don’t know what is.”— Chad Sugg…

Smiling — Is It Only an Expression? Just because your teen smiles doesn’t mean they’re okay. Teenage depression often hides behind a cheerful mask, and many parents miss the signs because they associate happiness with outward behavior. But emotions can…