Being a parent of four (three in their 20’s and one teenager), I have long realized – as I’m sure other parents do, too – that the growing years in a child are a time of continual and critical change. When we talk about the growing years, we can’t help but touch on the entire […]
Tag Archives: Teen Depression
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Nov
Nov
In the past, depression was thought to be the “ËŔ of the Blues, which primarily affected women. Since then, society’s understanding of mental illness has changed, and it is now known that different clinical aspects of depression affect everyone. segments of the population, including adolescents. 1. Approximately 20 percent of adolescents suffer from depression. According […]
It may come as a surprise to some, but children also suffer from depression. Depression can occur in younger children, but more often it arises in adolescence. A parent should be aware of possible signs to recognize the possibility of teen depression early and seek professional help if necessary. Depression is a definite factor to […]
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Feb
Feb
As a parent, it is your responsibility to help your child be as healthy as possible. This includes not letting them drink water from the toilet, taking them to the doctor, and helping them get an adequate amount of sleep. Unfortunately many teens today stay up very late. Teens will stay up late often surfing […]