Children With Brain Injury Twice as Likely to Suffer Depression
There has been a huge amount of research into traumatic brain injuries over the last decade. The massive number of veterans returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan spurred a government interest...
View ArticleAggressive Behavior Associated With Higher Risk of Teen Alcohol Use
Youth drinking is still a significant issue throughout America, especially in light of recent findings which show that substance use at an early age heightens the risk for substance abuse later in...
View ArticleHigh Levels of Childhood Guilt Linked To Mental Illness and Brain Changes
Excessive guilt has a well-documented link to adult depression, but new findings published in JAMA Psychiatry suggest issues with excessive guilt in adolescence may indicate a higher risk for future...
View ArticleStudy Shows Adolescents With Major Depressive Disorder Need More Focused Care
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry highlights the importance of early identification and intervention for depression in American...
View ArticleFamily-Based Therapy May Be Best For Preadolescent Children With Depression
Preadolescent children with depression may benefit from Family Based Interpersonal Psychotherapy (FB-IPT) more than child-centered therapy (CCT) according to the findings of a study recently published...
View ArticleBeing Bullied Doubles The Risk Of Depression
Many people say bullying is just a part of “kids being kids” but it can have severe consequences for the children that are bullied, according to a new study published in The BMJ. According to the...
View ArticleChildhood Picky Eating Linked To Depression and Anxiety
Having a child in the house who is a picky eater can be frustrating, but new research suggests it can also have serious implications for your child’s health. A new study published in journal Pediatrics...
View ArticlePoor Childhood Associated With Poor Brain Connectivity, Depression
Childhood poverty has been linked with numerous negative health effects, including an increased risk of depression. However, until now scientists have not really been able to explain the connection...
View ArticleSecondhand smoke exposure may raise a child’s risk for depression symptoms
Source: Flickr/DucDigital Secondhand smoke (SHS) has been tied to a number of health risks in children, such as respiratory problems, ear infections, and even later development of heart disease and...
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