Identifying depression in children is not always easy. Children, especially younger children, may not yet have acquired the vocabulary, skills or even the comprehension to articulate their experiences. Some children withdraw and become sullen and others may become hyperactive or aggressive.
Children therefore manifest depression in very different ways, but some of the commonest features do tend to reflect those of adults, especially after the age of 8. Spending lots of time in bed but with...
Long term depression or anxiety in mothers has been associated with a 25 per cent higher risk of asthma in their children. Professor Anita... Read more »
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ADHD is often diagnosed when a child reaches school age although many parents say they knew something was "wrong" or "different" for... Read more »
If you're involved with someone who's depressed, you've probably seen quite a few lists (including some that I've written) that tell you... Read more »
New studies have found that untreated sleep apnea may be linked to lower IQ scores, learning impairment, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder... Read more »
Results of a new study suggest that children as young as age three can suffer from depressive disorders. Previous research has suggested that about 2... Read more »
A team of scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison has identified brain regions that play a role in the development of childhood anxiety.... Read more »
A new study suggests that when caregivers are depressed, sick children may suffer. Researchers videotaped 100 families who had a child being treated... Read more »
Childhood may seem like a carefree time, but experts say children aren't immune to the emotions and stressors that can lead to depression. The... Read more »
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