Family Gatherings: Preparing with a Depressed Teen
Family gatherings can be stressful for parents, too, even those without depression or anxiety.
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Tips for Dealing with Christmas Depression to Get You Through 2019
The reality is Christmas Depression.
Don’t compare today with the ‘good old days’. This will set you up for disappointment and worsening depression.
Testiness in Moms: Another Sign of Irritable Depression
Testiness: The Unusual Sign of Depression A parent’s testiness can become a major issue at home—especially if a child is already struggling with sadness, anxiety, or depression. Emotional outbursts or short-tempered reactions create tension, erode trust, and can have long-term…
Warning Signs: Is Your Teen Concealing Distraught Emotions Behind That Smile?
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…
Naturally for Depressed Teenagers Struggling
It’s Natural — How to Help Depressed Teens Gently Teenagers are in one of the most emotionally and biologically sensitive stages of life. Their bodies are changing rapidly, and they often experience intense mood swings, confusion, or low self-esteem. Because…