Announcement from Families for Depression Awareness

Families for Depression Awareness is releasing its free “What Families Need to Know About Mental Health and Insurance” webinar on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 12pm ET. In this webinar, you’ll learn ways to help your loved one navigate insurance and pay for mental health treatment. Family caregivers and expert presenters will discuss important considerations…

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Free Webinar from Families for Depression Awareness

Families for Depression Awareness is presenting a free Recognizing and Managing Teen Anxiety webinar on Wednesday, September 25 from 7:00 to 8:15 PM ET/ 4:00 to 5:15 PM PT. In this webinar, Lisa M. Schab, LCSW, a practicing  psychotherapist and international best-selling author, will discuss the symptoms of an anxiety disorder, anxiety management skills adults…

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I’m worried about a teen in my life.

One out of every five teenagers struggles with depression. Depression can interfere with everyday life for teens and can lead to academic failure, substance abuse, bullying or being bullied, eating disorders, and suicide. Teen depression is often mistaken for normal teen angst. Many of the behaviors associated with adolescence — moodiness, anger, social withdrawal —…

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