New parents are told to expect tears, mood swings, and sleep deprivation, then sent home with a newborn and a "you've got this." For many, those early emotional whiplash days really are a short‑lived ...

Depression in childhood is often overlooked as a mood bounce or behavioural problem. Parents may ignore early red flags, ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - When a parent suffers from depression, children are more likely to need costly health services like emergency room visits, and less likely to get preventive healthcare, ...

While depression can make things feel hopeless, having loving support from family can really make a difference. One of the most meaningful parts of being a parent to an adult child may be watching ...

It's not a secret that teenage mental health has been a national concern for a long time, with the rates of depression doubling over the past decade. Earlier this year, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek ...

Studies have shown that children with asthma are at higher risk for depression. Research also has shown an association between a parent or caregiver's depression and worsening symptoms in an asthmatic ...

Chronic sorrow has been described in the caregivers of individuals with myelomeningocele, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, cancer, and premature infants. Most studies have reported small ...

Don’t be a worrying helicopter parent. A new poll revealed that most U.S. parents are wary of letting their teenagers venture out on their own — despite it possibly being detrimental to their personal ...

This is a touchy topic. Depression is a condition where you probably already feel pretty awful. Yes, I have experienced this as a parent myself. Fortunately, kids can thrive even when mom or dad is ...

Do you struggle to stay focused, feel constantly on edge, or lack motivation? Does it feel impossible to relax, leaving you mentally and physically drained? Is it hard to stay on track at work, in ...