Archive for the ‘Depression’ Category

When Should You Consult a Mental Health Professional

Posted June 10th, 2010 by Angie Filed in Depression, Troubled Teens | No Comments

Most of us experience times when we need help to deal with problems and issues that cause us emotional distress. When you are having a problem or dilemma that is making you feel overwhelmed, you may benefit from the assistance of an experienced, trained professional. Professional counselors and therapists offer ... Read this entry »

Teen Depression

Posted April 23rd, 2010 by Angie Filed in Depression | No Comments

There is no singular cause of depression among teenagers, and symptoms can vary from one adolescent to another. Before diagnosing a teenager with depression, it’s important to recognize the physiological changes occurring within her body. The maturation process is marked by an influx of hormones, which contribute to the teen’s mood ... Read this entry »

Why Am I so Anxious?

Posted January 28th, 2010 by Angie Filed in Anxiety, Depression, Troubled Teens | No Comments

Every human feels anxiety on occasion; it is a part of life. All of us know what it is like to feel worry, nervousness, fear, and concern. We feel nervous when we have to give a speech, go for a job interview, or walk into our boss’s office for the ... Read this entry »

The Impact of Media on Teen Depression

Posted December 29th, 2009 by Angie Filed in Depression | No Comments

Between pills that calm them down, to pills that pep them up, modern-day youth are arguably the most medicated of all preceding generations. If you don’t believe this, try to find just one teenager without a prescription bottle on their person. By today’s standards, that would be like finding a ... Read this entry »

Depression: Treatment and Prevention (Part II)

Posted August 21st, 2009 by Angie Filed in Depression | No Comments

by Angie Woodward, RN Director of Trinity Teen Solutions This is the second of a two-part series on depression. In this issue, I will describe how depression is treated and prevented. If you or someone close to you suffers from depression, it is important to educate yourself about it and seek ... Read this entry »

Depression: What It Is and What to Do about It (Part I)

Posted August 3rd, 2009 by Angie Filed in Depression | No Comments

This is the first of a two-part series on depression. In this issue, I will explore what depression is and what causes it. In the next issue, I will describe how depression is treated and prevented. If you or someone close to you suffers from depression, it is important to ... Read this entry »