Depression Archives

Supporting your child’s mental health during the summer

July 7, 2022/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Emotions and Behavior, Learning and School, Mood, Right Highlight, Summer Vacation/by Rise and Shine

Summer is here and school is out! Here are some tips to help you support your child’s mental health during the summer break.

Talking to your teen about suicide

March 29, 2022/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

Here is a guide on risk and protective factors, how to talk about suicide with your child and what to do if they are having suicidal thoughts.

Doom and Gloom: COVID-19 fears and January

December 22, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Depression, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

January tends to be a time when many people feel gloomy. This year, there’s a persisting unwanted and all too familiar stressor: COVID-19.

Helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges

December 16, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Friendships, Mood, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

Here are some tips for helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges and knowing when to bring in outside help.

Anxiety and depression related to epilepsy in children

November 22, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Diseases and Conditions, Emotions and Behavior, Neurological, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Reports show that rates of anxiety, depression and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are significantly higher in epilepsy populations when compared to general populations.