Shopping for toys during the holiday season always takes a bit of resourcefulness. You need to learn what’s new, what’s out, and what’s flying off the shelves–and then carefully consider whether your ...

I lived with it as a child, watched it almost destroy me as a teen, and learned to manage it as an adult. As a clinician who specializes in mood disorders, I like to teach kids and teenagers how to ...

Depression is a debilitating mental disorder that is felt as persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities. It's more than just feeling down or an occasional "sad day"; it's a serious ...

A novel psychotherapeutic intervention for depression in preschoolers was associated with reduced use of psychotropics and intensive mental health services in preadolescence, a new study has found.

HIGH POINT, N.C. (WGHP) — Today is Childhood Depression Awareness Day. It’s to help increase awareness about children and depression. In Mommy Matters, we want to look at five signs that could tell ...

“It’s hard to be a kid these days,” says child and adolescent psychologist Becky Lois. Here's how to support a kid in need Wendy Grossman Kantor is an award-winning journalist who has contributed to ...

Childhood anxiety is common. Learn how parents can spot signs, avoid over-accommodating fears and get support when needed.

Certain SSRI medications, such as Lexapro or Prozac, have been approved for use in children for mental health conditions. Medication is often reserved for moderate-to-severe cases. It may work best ...

The world’s fastest man is inspiring children to not let their diagnoses get in the way of their dreams. After Noah Lyles won the gold medal in the 100-meter sprint with a viral photo-finish, he ...