A recent study by researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago is one of the first to identify specific adolescent factors that could lead to a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) later in life. The research team tracked […]
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Content note: this article discusses depression and suicidal ideation and behaviors. If you or someone you love is feeling suicidal, you can reach out to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by simply calling 988 in the United States. Depression
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Although every person will experience depression as a normal part of daily life, some experience its symptoms so severely that it interferes with their functioning. When depression becomes so intense or long-lasting, doctors will often diagnose a person with a
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Many teens struggle with depression. They can feel hopeless, helpless, and alone. Exacerbated by stress at school, at home, and with friends, depression can be a very real and serious problem for adolescents. This mental health concern can impact every
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Few people make it through the teen years wound-free. During this time, teens are taking their first individual steps socially, romantically, and even intellectually. This can be nerve-wracking for even the healthiest teen. The fears and vulnerabilities of adolescence make
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Teen drug use and depression sometimes go hand-in-hand. Some individuals may turn to drugs in order to “self-medicate” feelings of depression. Drugs often provide a powerful feeling of euphoria, well-being or razor-sharp focus. Unfortunately, once these temporary effects wear off,
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According to a 2010 Centers for Disease Control (CDC) report, 9 percent of American adults will experience clinically diagnosable depression during any particular 12-month period.
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