Depression and sleep disorders among teens go hand in hand. Research studies have revealed that loss of adequate sleep can lead to depression in teenagers. In cases such as schizophrenia, children are plagued with hallucinations which deprive them of a good sleep. Here are a few tips parents can follow to ensure that their teenage children get adequate and sound sleep. Continue reading “Sleep Habits and Teen Depression”
Author: Dr. Sarah
Self esteem is the key to the mental strength of an individual. A person with low self esteem is prone to develop depression sooner or later in life. When a person sees less worth in himself, he feels unhappy about most things around him. He perceives people and their behavior towards him in negative light. However, there are ways to combat and churn this negative state of mind into a positive one. Continue reading “Strengthening Self Esteem to Deal with Depression”
Self esteem in children is often vulnerable, and concerned parents always find ways to not let it stoop. Sports offer the advantage of physical along with concentration exercises through which there is a holistic development in a child. As a result, children develop a well-rounded personality. Here are key reasons for which you could promote your child’s self esteem through sports. Continue reading “Promote your Kid’s Self Esteem with Sports”
Couples counseling typically involves couples who wish to seek the help of a qualified therapist. In relationships, problems are likely to occur and sometimes may lead to serious consequences knowingly or unknowingly at a certain point of time. The possible outcome of problems between couples can be that they may either choose to part ways or address issues between them to save their relationship. Continue reading “Preparing for a Couples Counseling”
Nowadays, children face a lot of peer pressure. They face this problem everywhere and more so, in their school. They may be negatively influenced due to this problem. If this problem exceeds the limits, it may result in teen depression also. Continue reading “Relationship Between Peer Pressure and Teen Depression”
There are various types of medications and therapy available for treating teen depression. Some of the researchers wanted to find if any change in diets is required for treating these teens. Their studies have revealed that if certain simple changes are made to the diet regimen of these affected young people, it can bestow good benefits. In fact, doctors come across many teens who are affected by depression and who complain of issues with their stomach like aches in the stomach. Continue reading “Food that helps in fighting teen depression”
Not many people may be knowing that unlike men who can freely express themselves, women genetically have limited capabilities for expressing themselves. So, they depend more upon their body language and the tone of their voice for communicating many of the points they do not speak. If you want to understand the psychology of women and their unspoken words, you must know some simple rules. Continue reading “Know Women Better By Understanding Their Psychology”
People enter into a marriage with a lot of expectations, however, they tend to get bogged down too quickly at the onslaught of smallest disappointments. Here are some common marriage mistakes that are best to be avoided. Continue reading “Marriage Mistakes that You Need to Avoid”
Depression is an alarming situation for a teen dealing with it as well as for the parents, peers, and loved ones of the teen. Identifying depression in teens can sometimes be quite an ordeal. It is essential that the parents of a teenage child must keep regular vigil on the traits their child is displaying from time to time. Common signs of depression in teenagers include unacceptable or insane behavior, going into his or her shell, sudden outburst, and getting into unwarranted bouts of grief. Once the parent detects such an unsavory behavior, it is necessary to seek the help of a mental health professional so that the right diagnosis and treatment can be availed. Continue reading “Identifying the Traits of Psychotic Depression in Teens”
Parenting mistakes are common as parents after all, human, and prone to make mistakes. It is but natural for parents to raise their children with a sense of authority, however in the process, end up making mistakes many a times. Children watch parents for their words, actions, and beliefs diligently. To instill the right behavior, values, actions, and beliefs in children while holding on to virtues, is a major challenge in parenting. Below are a few mistakes that we may all commit as parents. Continue reading “How to Fix Common Parenting Mistakes”