Dr. Prince answers the question: 'Effects Of Child's Depression On Family?' — -- Question: How does a child's depression affect other members of the family? Answer: Well, depression in children ...

A novel psychotherapeutic intervention for depression in preschoolers was associated with reduced use of psychotropics and intensive mental health services in preadolescence, a new study has found.

Dr. Jefferson Prince answers the question: 'Managing Depression At School?' — -- Question: How can teachers and school systems help my child manage depression? Answer: Well teachers and school ...

Depression is a debilitating mental disorder that is felt as persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities. It's more than just feeling down or an occasional "sad day"; it's a serious ...

A recent study outlines how students' experiences of victimization in school are related to higher reports of depressive ...

A medication meant to lift spirits may be falling flat. New research suggests that an antidepressant commonly prescribed to children and teens may not be as effective as once thought. Now, some ...

Background: Given the widespread reports involving the use of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in children, the present paper reviews and discusses published double-blind, ...

Jack was really upset about his son. Miles was so moody and sad all the time. It hadn't always been that way. Now that Miles was a young teen, Jack was worried about his mood. Was he depressed? Was he ...

Exercise reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety in children and adolescents reported a new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. “Exercise is a ...

The percentage of children under 18 years old with anxiety and depression increased steadily from 2016 to 2022, according to publicly available data from the National Survey of Children's Health that ...

Up to 25% of new mothers suffer from postpartum depression, which can significantly impact their parenting behavior and the wellbeing of their children. A new study from the University of Illinois ...