Depression in High School Students: A Supportive Guide for Parents
High school years are generally a period of growth, exploration, and independence. While that said, it can also be an emotionally overwhelming phase for teens. Parents frequently notice that their outgoing, confident child is quiet, reluctant, or depressed, which worries the parents. If you’ve seen a change in your teen’s mood or behavior, you are […]
College and Teen Suicide Statistics
Trigger Warning: This article discusses suicide and mental health struggles. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 (or 1-800-273-8255) for support. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911. Suicide rates among teens and college students have risen alarmingly in recent years, becoming one […]
How to Help a Teenager With Depression: Understanding Common Signs
Being a teenager is like riding a rollercoaster of emotions—thrilling yet unpredictable! With school pressures, friendship dramas, and the whirlwind of growing up, it’s no wonder teens experience their fair share of ups and downs. But what happens when those low points go beyond ordinary mood swings? They could be a sign of something more […]
Teen Depression: How to Go From Concern to Action and Find the Right Help
When you’re pregnant, you dream of the child they’ll become—their laughter, the activities they’ll love, their unique personality shining through. You picture all the milestones, from their first steps to their first day of school, and imagine the joy they’ll bring into your life. What you likely didn’t imagine is that one day, your teenager […]
