A novel psychotherapeutic intervention for depression in preschoolers was associated with reduced use of psychotropics and intensive mental health services in preadolescence, a new study has found.

Children as young as six can experience depression and anxiety, and parents should watch for mood changes, social withdrawal, risk-taking behaviors and seek professional help if needed.

Dr. Prince answers the question: 'Effects Of Child's Depression On Family?' — -- Question: How does a child's depression affect other members of the family? Answer: Well, depression in children ...

Body dissatisfaction at age 11 is linked to increased risk of depression by age 14, finds a new longitudinal study. Body dissatisfaction at age 11 is linked to increased risk of depression by age 14, ...

The world’s fastest man is inspiring children to not let their diagnoses get in the way of their dreams. After Noah Lyles won the gold medal in the 100-meter sprint with a viral photo-finish, he ...

A medication meant to lift spirits may be falling flat. New research suggests that an antidepressant commonly prescribed to children and teens may not be as effective as once thought. Now, some ...

It’s not just moms. Dads can develop postpartum depression, too. As a new postpartum pill for women gains national attention, health experts say it’s also important to highlight men’s mental health ...

In a recent study published in Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, researchers examined the potential association between depression among mothers and behavioral self-regulation among ...

Giftedness, or any sort of talent or inordinately high degree of expertise, is positively correlated with perfectionism—the higher the talent, the more pressure to perfect it. Therefore, gifted ...

This research study assessing 23,000 mother-child pairs found that higher maternal depression around the period of birth may impair mother-infant bonding and increases the risk of autism in their ...