Depression Resources for Northern Virginia Youth
Following the recent tragedies in Parkland, Florida and Santa Fe, Texas, it is important to learn how to help the youth in your life deal with their fear, grief and anger. Media coverage typically continues long after a school shooting has occurred. Even for teenagers, …
As America prepares to celebrate Mother’s Day, the importance of being an informed caregiver when a child or other loved one confronts a mental health condition also should be recognized. There are many resources available that will allow you to support him or her while …
For nearly 70 years, Mental Health America has observed Mental Health Month each May. This year, National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day will take place on Thursday, May 10th. Both events are intended to remind Americans that mental health is an essential part of a …
Thank you to the Center for School, College and Career Resources, which provides information to help students reach their education and career goals and contacted PlanDNoVa earlier this month with a list of general resources. Please see below to learn more about one of the topics, …
Just as there are many different mental health conditions, there are multiple types of therapy for them. Having a general idea of the particular kinds and how they work is helpful since patients typically benefit more from therapy if they understand the process and how …
“Statistics are people with the tears wiped away.” Dr. Irving Selikoff According to Mental Health America (MHA), in 2017, 11 percent of youth aged 12 to 17 reported suffering from at least one major depressive episode in the past year. In addition, 1.8 million adolescents …
As high school Seniors excitedly make decisions about the colleges they will be attending in August, it is a good time to contemplate the many changes that will be taking place in their lives during the next few months. Even if students are happily counting …
Depression with its frequent symptoms of sadness, withdrawal and isolation can often make individuals who suffer from it feel lonely. One way to connect with others and possibly better understand your condition is to follow positive mental health social media sites, such as the following …
A Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) can help you identify the challenges you face as the result of a mental health condition, understand your past and present experiences, and specify the recovery that you desire. Most importantly a WRAP can offer structure and provide hope …
Beginning in puberty and continuing through adulthood, females have a higher risk for and incidence of depression. In addition, girls with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are significantly more likely to experience anxiety and depression than their peers without ADHD. Adolescent girls need strong connections …