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Childhood depression is very real and not something to be taken lightly or glossed over. Don’t assume that your child could never experience depression. That kind of false assumption could blind you to the signs and symptoms that shouldn’t be ignored. 

With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at how you can recognize depression in kids, and what you should do to address it.

Children can experience significant trauma at a young age. It could come in the form of loss and grief, abuse, violence, or even natural disasters or uncertainty in the world.

There’s nothing quite like seeing your kid tackle a challenge with confidence. Witnessing your child soar with self-esteem can offer you peace of mind that they’ll go on to be confident, secure adults.

We don’t often think of social anxiety when it comes to children. Often, it seems like kids are quick to make friends and interact with others wherever they go. But, that isn’t always the case. Social anxiety disorders can impact children just as much as adults. It’s much more than just a fear of making

Some children don’t sweat it when they know they have a test coming up. They sit at their desks with confidence and tackle each question without worry. But that isn’t the case for everyone. Test anxiety is a very real thing. For children dealing with it, it can make the idea of taking a test

Have you ever noticed or thought about what Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) would look like for a child? It’s estimated that half a million children in the U.S. also deal with OCD. Most people recognize some of the common symptoms of OCD in adults. The symptoms can be slightly different, or even difficult to recognize, at

  The holidays are wonderful for spending more time with your family. No matter what you celebrate, chances are your kids will be home for a week or two, and while that’s great for bringing everyone closer together, that kind of step back from the regular routine can lead to some behavior challenges. If you’ve

There are plenty of tropes about having “the talk” with teenagers and older kids. You’ve probably seen the awkward encounters in movies and television shows. Maybe you’ve even had one of your own if you have an older child. But, the stereotypes we’ve seen in recent years aren’t only exaggerated, they are not showcasing the

Most people think of children as being naturally social. It’s common to see kids comfortably interacting with each other, making new friends, and accepting one another right away. But, that’s not the case for every child. Kids can experience social anxiety just as easily as adults. As a parent, it’s important to recognize the signs