Depression

Everyday we hear about children being victims of sexual molestation. Our children are victims of people they should trust like family members, church members, friends, and strangers. It is a...

When our children are sad, it makes us want to do anything to cheer them up. Unfortunately, this becomes a daunting task if our children are depressed. How can you as a parent help a child who...

What is depression? How does it show itself in your children? These are some* symptoms to be on the lookout for. Remember, to always talk to your pediatrician if any of these symptoms arise,...

Want to experience joy on a day to day basis? Having problems with depression? Need a break from the everyday stress of your life? Then this is a needed read for you. It is ok, c'mon and read...

Whenever a teen threatens suicide, take them seriously. Even though you believe a teen tends to be melodramatic about most things, don’t discount the threat. Lots of teenagers use suicide threats...

Once you determine the depression in your child, you must try to understand it. Here are some tips that might help you.

Children are under significant stress with the increased workload at school, their parents' economic concerns and the bullying that many children endure. Recognizing the signs of stress and...

Dealing with depression in children is one of the most challenging tasks any parent undertakes. If you have a younger child, the child will have difficulty expressing himself. If you have a...

“Push, push, push, push, push,” the overbearing nurse demanded as I faintly answered back, “ just yank him out”. After all the pushing, yelling ,sweating and crying this gooey looking piece of...

If your child is dealing with depression, it can be scary and overwhelming. Understanding the symptoms of depression can help you know when you need to seek help. Depression in children often...

It may surprise you to know that, like adults, children can suffer from clinical depression. While any child may occasionally display one of the following symptoms, the symptoms will be persistent...

Childhood depression is real and it goes beyond the "blues" that everyone has now and again. Watching a child deal with depression is hard, because it feels like there is nothing to be done. ...

When children make the transition from high school to college, it can be a very stressful time. At this age they are susceptible to teen suicide. Even older students can become overwhelmed. They...

Does your child exhibit signs of depression that lasts for weeks or months? Is depression affecting his or her everyday life? Read below for 4 tips on how to help your child deal with depression.

Depression among teenagers is becoming more common. Depression can be dealt with effectively if addressed.

Grief is handled in many ways, normally and abnormally. Those who have recently lost a loved one often need an extraordinary amount of support. After the passing of a loved one and the honoring of...

Suicide is the third leading cause of death in adolescents between the ages of 10 and 24, and males are four times more likely to complete suicide than females. Depression is the biggest...

Depression is commonly thought of as a mental illness adults suffer. But children can also get depressed, and they get depressed for many of the same reasons adults get depressed.Childhood...

When a child is diagnosed with autism, it can mark the beginning of a long and painful journey for the parents. It’s a journey that can begin with denial or sadness, both which if not dealt...

Childhood depression is more common than most people think. Research estimates that approximately 1 in 30 children suffer from depression symptoms. That number jumps to 1 in 10 when a child enters...

Postpartum depression can be debilitating enough to suppress a new mother's joy. It is important to recognize the symptoms of this condition and get help right away.