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• Homosexual teens may have an increased risk for depression and suicidal ideation

  Lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) teens can have a set of developmental challenges that are unique to this group. For example, research from Concordia University suggest that LGB adolescents have an increased risk for severe mental problems as a result of being victimized, rejected and abused. more...

• National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression awards grants for mental health studies

  According to the National Institute of Mental Health, just over 20 percent children have had a seriously debilitating mental disorder either currently or at some point during their life. In response to these figures, the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD)'s Brain and Behavior Research Fund is awarding $12.6 million in new research grants. more...

• Researchers find potential new treatments for depression

  In recent months, researchers have found a new neurosurgical treatment that could help people who are affected by depression. A team of experts from the School of Social and Community Medicine at the University of Bristol and the Department of Neurosurgery at North Bristol NHS Trust are currently developing new antidepressants, deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatments and stereotactic neurosurgery. more...

• Research links stress to depression

  According to new research published in the journal Neuron, complex molecular mechanisms that are associated with chronic stress may help scientists find new treatments for depression. more...

• Study shows that consumption of unhealthy fats may contribute to increased risk of depression

  New research from scientists at the universities of Navarra and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, reveals that a diet of unhealthy foods may contribute to the risk of suffering from depression. more...

• Surgeon General speaks out about childhood obesity and depression

  According to research conducted by PBS, major depression affects approximately 15 million American adults - or about 8 percent of the U.S. population age 18 and older - in a given year. New research is suggesting that children who are obese may be at a greater risk for developing this condition. more...

• Students who are treated for colds at college health centers may have depression

  According to research conducted by PBS, major depression affects approximately 15 million American adults - or about 8 percent of the U.S. population - age 18 and older in a given year. As a result, a growing number of researchers are aiming to identify a way to prevent teens from developing serious depression. more...

• Bullying victim opens up about former abuse and recovery from depression

  As a result of incessant bullying, many teens suffer from severe bouts of depression, anxiety and even suicidal thoughts. In an effort to prevent other teens from feeling helpless, high school student Kate McGlynn-Moore spoke with The Daily Courier about her past experiences. more...

• Study reveals children without friends may develop depression as adolescents

  According to Canadian researchers, children who have no friends may risk developing depression as a teenager. United Press International reports that William Bukowski of Concordia University in Montreal found that having at least one friend can be beneficial for shy children. The study involved 130 girls and 101 boys in third through fifth grade. more...

• Teens may need parents to notice signs of depression

  According to the Greenwich Citizen, teens may have periods of depression, but lasting sadness can be a sign of a more serious issue. The pressures of adolescence, ranging from academic competitiveness to peer relationships, can be overwhelming for some young adults. more...

• Alternative therapy may be beneficial to those with mental illnesses

  In recent years, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has focused on promoting mind and body health practices for those who live with major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and other diagnoses. The initiative is called Hearts and Minds and focuses on providing people with resources for alternative therapies. more...

• Alternative therapy may be beneficial to those with mental illnesses

  In recent years, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has focused on promoting mind and body health practices for those who live with major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and other diagnoses. The initiative is called Hearts and Minds and focuses on providing people with resources for alternative therapies. more...

• University increases mental health services for students

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• Helpline may benefit depressed teens

  In an effort to help troubled teens, a growing number of mental health organizations are launching help lines. These initiatives are designed to give people an outlet for their problems, as well as provide treatment options. more...

• Depressed teen holds students hostage

  This week, a high school student in France held 20 preschool children and their teacher hostage, the Indie Pro Pub reports. The teen, who is currently on medication for depression, used swords to threaten the class, according to Luc Chatel, French Ministry of Education. more...

• Helplines may be useful for depressed teens

  Teens who are experiencing depression can become increasingly isolated, and often feel like they have no one to talk to. Many times, a web or telephone help service can be a crucial last resort, according to Toronto City News. more...

• Social worker creates running program for depressed teens

  Dan McGann coaches a 12-week program that is aimed at helping teenagers deal with depression and anxiety issues. The Toronto City News reports that the social worker founded the Teen Run group therapy program in 2006, after battling depression himself. more...

• Teens with acne may be at a higher risk for depression

  The connection between acne and depression has long been documented, especially in teens. Some experts attributed this to particular medications for acne such as isotretinoin, CNN reports. However, a recent study in the British Medical Journal found that the drug itself may not matter; according to Swedish researchers, acne itself raises the risk of depression and suicide attempt. more...

• Parents can help teens through depression

  According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, each year, about 100,000 Americans under the age of 24 attempt suicide and approximately 5,000 succeed. more...

• Study reveals that teen girls are at higher risk for depression relapse

  A new study reveals that although most teenagers can recover from major depression, nearly half will have a recurrence of the condition. Researchers found that 96 percent of depressed teens recovered with treatment, but nearly half relapsed with another episode of major depression within five years, WebMD reports. more...

• Smartphone app tracks mental health

  Apple recently released an application (app) for its iPhone, which seeks to monitor the mental health of its user. The app was created to help the military keep track of the emotions of soldiers to prevent conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, but the technology may also be useful to teens. more...

• Research suggests half of U.S. teens have a mental disorder

  According to a new study, around half of U.S. teens meet the criteria for a mental disorder and nearly one in four report having a mood, behavior or anxiety disorder that interferes with daily life. The study, which is published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, shows that 51 percent of boys and 49 percent of girls between the ages of 13 and 19 years old have a mood, behavior, anxiety or substance use disorder. more...

• Youth ministry organization seeks to help troubled teens

  In an effort to help teens who are suffering from severe depression, self-mutilation and addiction, Scott Brinson founded My Broken Place, a youth ministry organization that seeks to offer hope. more...

• Meditation may help alleviate stress and anxiety

  According to researchers from Emory University, a meditation practice invented more than 1,000 years ago may have real health benefits for people today. CNN reports that the scientists are looking at how an ancient Tibetan Buddhist meditation practice called Lojong may help reduce stress. more...