Depression in Children Support Group

well im only 16, but you can ask me anything about why your daughter might be doing something.

ty for your offer. We went to the therapist today and it will be another month b/f we see a physcologist

My oldest is 12, but suffers from bouts of depression and has OCD, as do I. I was very, very late maturing. I guess when your mind is preoccupied every waking moment with obsessions or with overwhelming emotions, it's hard to do the work of growing up.

i have twin boys 14 and they both have depression . i am here if you need to talk .

I have a daughter who is 16 with depression / social anxiety & OCD. Life is exausting sometimes. We go up and down all the time. It's hard to tell the different between normal teen behavior and the illnesses. I can relate. I'm here it you need someone to talk to about it.

Hi, I have two kids in counseling now for depression and anxeity -- age 16 and 19. No meds yet. Still trying to work out those details. The counseling helps so much. If you need to talk, I am here.

My 14 yo son has depression. He has done cognitive and talk therapy with a psychologist for a year, but still suffers. We also tried Omega Brite supplements w/o noticeable improvement. We recently met with a psychiatrist and will soon try welbutrin which is a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. I am hopeful yet nervous about this treatment. We start on Monday.

my grandson is 13 (emotionally a toddler)and has attachment issues... one symptom is depression(displayed as anger)...im still finding it hard to get alot of the info i need to help him at this stage as depression is only a small part of his problems.
What i do have explains a great deal of his behaviour ..if you would like to read it its posted in my attachment disorder group (NEW),maybe it could help you .HUGS Crisk

I am 28. I was diagnosed at 14 with depression. I also have a 12 yr. old son with it. So, I can relate in 2 ways. I'm here if you ever need any questions answered or for support!

I am also sixteen years of age, and honestly, patience makes a world of difference. The only person who can help your daughter is herself. She has to have the will power to equalize her mood swings or to find solace for her depression.