As a child psychologist in San Diego, parents frequently ask me questions about therapy for their children. One of the most common questions is, “what kind of therapy does my child need?” This is a very good question. Of course, the answer depends on a child’s unique needs. Each child is different. Therefore, they’ll each […]
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Depression symptoms in children can be difficult to spot. In fact, many people are unaware that children can have depression or other mental health conditions. Furthermore, children who are struggling with depression may not experience the same symptoms as adults. Even similar symptoms can manifest differently in children. A child could become depressed for a […]
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Although depression is one of the most common mental health conditions—falling in line behind anxiety—many people are unsure of how to treat it. Or, if treatment for depression is even effective. After all, depression is well known for destroying careers, relationships, and lifestyles. In short, there can be many victims of this mental health condition. […]
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Learning how to recognize clinical depression might save your teen’s life. Mental Health America reports that approximately one in five teens suffers from clinical depression. Moreover, it can lead to suicide. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college-aged youth. It is the third cause of death for adolescents. However, four out of […]
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