Depression is not always obvious. Teens can suffer for years with depression, without family, friends, or other loved ones ever suspecting that something is wrong. In these cases, the teen usually has high-functioning depression. A form of depression in which they...
Depression
Is Depression Genetic?
Living with depression is a struggle. It can cause persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or emptiness, and often causes those struggling with it to lose interest in the things they used to enjoy. It is only natural that these people, and their doctors, want to know...
How Does Depression Affect the Brain?
Unfortunately, depression and its effects are often misunderstood by the majority of people, even those who have it. Depression is more than just feeling sad and hopeless, it actually has a serious and observable effect on the brain. With teen depression on the rise,...
Expressive Arts Therapy: Creativity for Holistic Healing
Medical professionals are always on the lookout for new ways to treat their patients. In recent years, many have found that expressive arts therapy can work wonders. Expressive arts therapy is a type of therapy and counseling which primarily uses creative processes...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Causes & Treatment
As we move through fall and enter winter, it is common for people to begin having feelings of sadness and general malaise. However, for some people this is more than just being upset that the “fun” seasons are over for the year, it is actually a serious condition...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Adolescents
Acceptance and commitment therapy, also known as ACT, is a unique approach to helping teens focus on improving their mental health, whether they struggle with anxiety, depression, or other mental health disorder. Like other types of therapy used to treat teen mental...
Depression in High School Students: When It Becomes a Concern
Depression is a highly common concern amongst high school students. With all the major milestones they experience in a short amount of time, it can be hard to determine what triggers depression in each individual. If you are concerned about the mental health of a high...
How to Help a Family Member with Depression
Everyone experiences mental health struggles in their own way. Because of this, it may be hard to recognize signs of depression, even in close family members. With adolescents, it can be especially difficult. Parents are not able to see how their child acts or...
Can Anxiety Cause Shortness of Breath?
Anxiety can create various physical symptoms, including shortness of breath, in those who suffer from this mental health condition. This symptom can be alarming and distressing for individuals to experience, especially when it is not known whether the breathing...