Recognizing Atypical Depression in Teens: When Symptoms Don’t Fit the Mold
396,000 California teens had depression in 2021. That’s more than the entire population of Anaheim. That number is likely higher, too, because many teens with...
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The Connections Between Family Wealth and Teen Mental Health
Having wealth is beneficial – you are able to send your children to the best schools, feed them healthier foods, and dress them for success....
Depression and Social Isolation in Teens: Rebuilding Connections
The percentage of children in California with depression and/or anxiety increased by 70% between 2016 and 2020. What caused this? Researchers aren’t entirely certain, but...
Types of OCD: The Different Manifestations and What They Look Like
1% to 3% of adolescents have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This condition usually manifests in childhood and adolescence. It’s vital to recognize what it looks like....
Exploring the Link Between Screen Time and Depression in Teens
Evidence suggests teens spent over 8 hours a day looking at screens for entertainment purposes in 2021. That number may seem astronomical at first, but...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in Teens: Understanding the Winter Blues
Are you familiar with the term “winter blues?” It’s common to feel a little gloomy when the weather is colder and days are darker. For...
Recognizing Clinical Depression in Teens: When It’s More Than Just Sadness
In 2023, about 269,000 California teens experienced at least one severe major depressive episode. That’s more than just sadness – it’s a characteristic of clinical...
The Impact of Sleep on Teen Depression: A Vicious Cycle
Is your teen showing signs of fatigue during the day? That isn’t uncommon. As of 2021, nearly 80% of adolescents weren’t getting enough sleep. This...
Signs of a Spoiled Teen: Is There More Going On?
You want the best for your child and want to do everything you can for them. But what constitutes everything? Will giving them the newest...