Teen depression does not always manifest as tears, withdrawal, or misery. There exists a dangerous, quiet, or high-functioning teen depression. It affects teens who, at a glance, appear to be the exact opposite of depressed. They may be high-achieving, responsible, and agreeable. Sometimes their sadness can go unnoticed by parents, teachers, and even peers. High-functioning depressed …
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Why Your Teen Gets Overwhelmed by Simple Tasks Now
You may have noticed a sudden change in how teens go about their day. Tasks that once seemed easy to execute now cause tears, anger, or frustration. This change can be frustrating and confusing, especially when you know your teen is capable. However, most of the time, what you are seeing comes from untreated mental …
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When Your Teen Can’t Make Decisions: Depression or Defiance?
Parenting a teenager is not easy. A simple question like “Will you do your homework now or later?” can be met with a blank stare or a temper outburst. You may also get the classical “I don’t know” reply. For most parents, this collapse in basic decision-making is deeply confusing. However, it is not always …
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Teen Appears Happy With Friends, But Is Depressed at Home
Your son or daughter may laugh, socialize, and have fun whenever they are out with friends. They may appear upbeat when attending events and even post smiling photos. However, this may suddenly change whenever they walk through the front door. Someone happy during the day may suddenly turn miserable, withdrawn, irritable, or numb. What could …
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When Your Teen Thinks Therapy “Doesn’t Work”
As a parent, if you think teen therapy isn’t working, you’ll ask yourself numerous questions. Is your child untreatable? Did you choose the wrong person? Are you out of options? The truth is: when a teen says therapy doesn’t work, they usually aren’t rejecting the idea of healing. They are rejecting a specific experience, a lack of …
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