Findings from recent study shows children below 13 with smartphones are more prone to depression, weight problems and sleep ...

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.

URBANA, Ill. – Up to 25% of new mothers suffer from postpartum depression, which can significantly impact their parenting behavior and the wellbeing of their children. A new study from the University ...

Previous studies have shown that adults and young people who are physically active have a lower risk of developing depression. But the same effect has not been studied in children - until now. Results ...

Exercise reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety in children and adolescents reported a new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. “Exercise is a ...

In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of mental health challenges in children, particularly anxiety and depression. These conditions, once thought to primarily affect adults, are ...

In popular culture, dads are stoic, sensitive and strong. So powerful is the mystique of the happy dad that celebrities, joke books – even hard seltzers – carry the label. Real life is different.

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 ...

Adding a daily fish oil supplement to psychotherapy showed no significant benefit over placebo for kids and teens with moderate-to-severe major depressive disorder (MDD), a randomized trial showed.

Rising cases of anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders among children and adolescents are pushing more young people to hospitals, with doctors warning that changing family structures, ...

Dr. Schlozman answers the question: 'Conditions Causing Pediatric Depression?' — -- Question: Are there any medical conditions that can cause depression in children/adolescents? Answer: There are ...