Suicide Contagion: Understanding How the Phenomenon Affects Teens
Suicide contagion refers to a phenomenon in which a death by suicide happens, and those who knew the person begin to self-harm, have thoughts of...
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder vs. Conduct Disorder: What’s the Difference?
An estimated 1.5-3.4 percent of youth in the United States are diagnosed with conduct disorder. Approximately 3.3 percent of children are diagnosed with oppositional defiant...
Signs Of Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Teens: Key Symptoms You Should Know
When adolescents exhibit defiant behaviors, like “talking back” or refusing to follow instructions, it can be a frustrating and difficult experience for parents. While occasional...
Understanding Situational Depression in Teens: How Life Events Can Trigger Mental Health Issues
Seeing your teen depressed is one of the most challenging situations a parent could face. However, it happens to many adolescents across the country. In...
How to Know if My Teen Is on the Autism Spectrum: The Signs to Look For
As many as 1 in 29 youth have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The real number may be greater than that. One study found that 1...
Oppositional Defiant Disorder vs. Normal Teenage Behavior: How to Tell the Difference
Stereotypical teen behavior involves mood swings, disobeying adults, and pushing boundaries – but what happens when it becomes more than that? Sometimes, this behavior is...
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...
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...