The shocking truth about depression in teenagers

The teenage years are characterised by volatile emotions but how do we, tell the difference between what is typical and what is something more serious? Depression is sadly common amongst our teenagers and so if we can become more aware of the signs, understand what might be the factors that are contributing to this, and learn how we can best support them, we can give them the best chance of maintaining positive and healthy emotional well-being. In this lesson we discuss: How to distinguish between typical teenage mood patterns and depression The signs and cause of depression in teenagers What is happening in the teenage brain during periods of low mood We finish with some strategies for you to help your teenager at times of such struggles, including when to seek additional professional help.