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How can I help my teen with depression?

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How can I help my teen with depression?

Don't let your depressed teen blow you off, says psychologist Jennifer Hartstein, PsyD. Learn what to do if your teenager becomes depressed.

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Is my child depressed, or just in a phase?
What should I do if my teen is having trouble fitting in at school?
How can I help my child adjust to high school?
Why do teens cut themselves?
How do I recognize if my child is in an unhealthy relationship?
How can I help my teen stop cutting themselves?
How can I improve my teen's sleep habits?
How should I monitor my teen's social networking use?
How can I find out if my child is a cyberbully?
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