2020 is a year that will be remembered. Humans faced many trials and tribulations. As much as we tried to protect our children, even they were not immune to what was happening. Childhood looks different nowadays. Online school and masks have made social media the new way to socialize. Awareness of the impacts of these changes on mental health is the 1st step in helping kids and teens live healthy lives.
Depression can be hard to detect. Children and teenagers might not always verbalize their depression. This list provides information on how depression can manifest and what to look out for.
Bullying can cause many physical and emotional changes in a child. There are many reasons why a child might get bullied. As a parent, there are ways to be proactive about stopping bullying. Here are some signs to look out for and what you can do.
Being a teenager is hard. Depression and other mental health issues can develop or exacerbate during these years. The factors that contribute to mental health issues are many and far-reaching. Understanding the pervasiveness of mental health-related disorders can help parents take action.