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Learn about one of the most overlooked depressed populations, children.
Childhood Depression
Just like adults, children can suffer from depression. Unlike adults, however, they may not be able to articulate what they are feeling and ask for help. It is important for the adults around them to understand the basic facts about childhood depression so they can help the child.
Easing Your Child's Fear of Seeing a Doctor
Advice for parents about how to ease their children's fear of seeing a doctor for "crazy people".
Green Ribbon - Childhood Depression Awareness
Display this green ribbon to raise awareness of childhood depression.
How to Get Help for a Depressed Child
Do you think your child has depression, but you're not sure where to get help? These resources can help you learn how to get help for childhood depression.
How to Help a Depressed Child
Although there's a myth that childhood is a carefree, happy time, even children can feel deep sadness and depression. Here's how you can help them cope wth their feelings.
I Think My Child May Be Depressed. What Should I Do?
Q: I Think My Child May Be Depressed. What Should I Do?
Signs and Symptoms of Childhood Depression
Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of childhood depression.
The Myth of a Happy Childhood
Is childhood really a time of bliss? The truth is, childhood depression is very real.
Treatments for Childhood Depression
Are antidepressants safe for the treatment of childhood depression? What options are available to you for the treatment of childhood depression?
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