2024年6月15日 · Childhood depression is different from the normal "blues" and everyday emotions that children go through as they develop. Just because a child seems sad doesn't necessarily mean they have...

When a sad or bad mood lasts for weeks or longer and there are other changes in a child’s behavior, it might be depression. Learn the signs of depression and what parents can do to help their child.

2023年11月9日 · Depression in children is a mood disorder that leads to feelings of sadness that interfere with their relationships and activities. Talk therapy (cognitive behavioral therapy) and medication are the main ways to treat depression in children. What is depression in children?

2024年2月2日 · Changes in sleep patterns and distancing from friends are a few signs of depression in children. Knowing the signs can help you support your child.

2023年9月6日 · Let’s talk about the myths and facts of sadness in kids and how you can show support. myth #1: Sadness in kids means they could cry a lot and say they feel sad. Fact: Sadness in kids can look different than in adults. Sadness can look like: Myth #2: Kids experience sadness connected with life events the same way adults do.

2023年10月23日 · If your child is sad but doesn't know why, it might be a sign of depression. Learn about the symptoms of childhood depression and when you should talk to a doctor.

It's normal to feel sad sometimes but learning how to respond to sadness and gaining skills to regulate emotions is an important developmental task. Helping a child understand their sadness and developing positive coping strategies supports their emotional growth.

2017年11月9日 · Seasonal affective disorder (SAD): SAD is a form of MDD with a seasonal pattern. Children with this form of depression tend to experience symptoms primarily when the hours of daylight are shorter, as occurs during the winter months in the northern hemisphere.

2024年8月26日 · Most kids have days when they feel sad, lonely, or depressed. But, if your child seems persistently sad or hopeless and it is affecting relationships, they may suffer from childhood depression,...

2019年2月21日 · Depression affects about 3 percent of U.S. children. The persistent sadness and symptoms can interfere with daily life, interrupting school and social activities. Childhood depression is a...