Fighting depression in adolescents
Adolescence, an interesting and a crucial phase of life, is also the most vulnerable one. During this period, individuals are exposed to a whole new world of psychological, physical, emotional, as well as social changes. The stage helps build an individual’s foundation of perspective on life.
The prevalence of mental health issues among American teenagers is posing a threat to the country’s well-being. Major depression is one of the most common mental disorders among adolescents in the United States. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 2.8 million teens (11.4 percent), aged between 12 and 17 years encountered at […] Read more