Teen Depression

Beyond the Blues: Teen Depression Depression distinguishes itself from the “blues” because it's longer in duration and more intense in nature. In addition, it's an illness that can lead to some other serious problems (considering suicide, r...

The school counselor and/or nurse should be able to advise the best way to handle this situation. It's important to avoid breaking the girl's trust. ...

A parent asks how to help her younger son deal with his brother going off to college. ...

Severe depression requires the help of loved ones and professional assistance. ...

Being bright and having loving parents and a beautiful home won't necessarily immunize teenagers from low self-esteem and depression. ...

A daughter's call for help concerns her mother. ...

When your teen is in a downward spiral, it's time to take action. ...

A mother seeks advice on how to help her daughter manage her depression. ...

If you feel manipulated, you probably are. Your son may be seeking power and finding that this response gets him what he wants. ...

There are always going to be some classes that are boring. The challenge is to figure out how to make it through them with a minimum of effort. ...

Our expert advises a teenager who has been experiencing periods of sadness. ...

Our expert surmises that a teen's depression is due to more than just problems with switching to a new school. ...

An 18-year-old asks for help in understanding her feelings and depression after having an abortion. ...