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Helping Your Child During Treatment for Depression (Video) for Parents
Treatment for depression may include therapy or a combination of therapy and medicine. One widely used therapy is called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
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Suicide for Teens
We all feel overwhelmed by difficult emotions or situations sometimes. Here are the warning signs of suicide and ways to get help.
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What Are Depressants? for Parents
Depressants calm and relax nerves. But if used in the wrong way, they can be dangerous and even cause life-threatening problems.
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Am I Depressed? for Teens
When a sad feeling lasts for a couple weeks or longer, or is affecting your daily life, it could be a sign of depression.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) for Teens
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that affects some people and appears at the same time each year.
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A to Z: Bipolar Disorder for Parents
Learn about depressive disorders, mental illnesses, and conditions that affect moods and the brain.
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What's Depression? for Kids
It's normal to feel sad sometimes, but if you feel that way for a long time, and you never feel happy, it's called depression.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) for Parents
A person with SAD typically experiences symptoms of depression as winter approaches and daylight hours become shorter.
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Depressants for Teens
Taken medically, depressants help people get through problems like anxiety. But when used as a recreational drug, they can cause problems and affect some of the body's vital functions. Find out more.
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Bipolar Disorder Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about bipolar disorder, and how to help students with the disorder do their best in school.