If you’re searching for teen depression treatment, you’re in the right place. At Adolescent Mental Health, we provide online help for teenagers who are feeling down, sad, or struggling with mood changes. We’re based in Laguna Hills, California, and we focus only on teens. Our licensed mental health professionals are here to support you every step of the way.
Teen depression is more than just feeling sad or having a bad day. It is a type of mental disorder that can affect how a teenager thinks, feels, and acts. Depression in teens may cause problems at school, with friends, or at home.
This condition is also known as major depression, clinical depression, or unipolar depression. It is common, and it’s important to know that effective treatments are available.
Teenagers with depression may not always show the same signs as adults. Some may become quiet, while others may get angry or upset easily.
Common symptoms of depression in teens include:
Some teens may also have stomach aches, headaches, or other pains that don’t go away. These can be signs of depression too.
There is no single cause of teen depression. Many things can play a role, including:
Some teens may have co-occurring disorders, which means they have more than one mental health condition at the same time.
There are several types of psychological treatments that can help depressed adolescents feel better. These treatments are backed by research and approved by groups like the National Institute of Mental Health, the American Psychiatric Association, and the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
CBT helps teens notice and change cognitive distortions (unhelpful thoughts). It is one of the most evidence-based treatment options for adolescent depression.
DBT is a type of CBT that teaches teens how to manage strong emotions. It’s especially helpful for suicidal behaviors or self-harm.
This type of therapy helps teens improve interpersonal relationships and communication. IPT is useful for those dealing with grief, family conflict, or social stress.
When family conflict is part of the problem, involving the whole family can help. Family therapy helps improve the parent-child relationship and brings healing to the home.
When you start online depression treatment for your teen, the process includes:
We may also run physical examinations or ask for tests like complete blood count to rule out other medical conditions.
Many teens who have depression may also deal with:
We make sure to provide accurate diagnosis and comparative efficacy reviews to pick the right treatment path.
We are not just any treatment center. We are an online service designed for pediatric patients and teens only. We’re located in Laguna Hills, CA, but serve teens across California.
Our care is built on trust, compassion, and clinical skill. Our team stays updated with systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and prospective studies to offer the best help possible.
Whether your teen has mild depression or severe depression, we offer help that fits their needs. We believe in evidence for efficacy and safe, first-line medication when necessary.
Untreated depression can lead to major risk factors like poor school performance, suicidal ideation, and risky behaviors.
Depression among children and teens should never be ignored. Early help is the key to good outcomes. The development of depression can be slowed or stopped with timely, effective treatments.
You don’t have to wait. We make it easy to:
Our team includes trained medical professionals, counselors, and therapists who understand the aspects of depression and the factors for depression that teens face today.
Teens may seem more tired, sad, or angry than usual. They may also stop doing things they used to enjoy and have trouble sleeping or eating.
Yes. Behavioral therapy, CBT, interpersonal psychotherapy, and family therapy can all help. We create a plan that fits your teen’s needs.
Not always. Some teens do well with therapy alone. If symptoms are serious, antidepressant treatment may help, but only under a doctor’s care.
Depression in adolescents often shows up as irritability or acting out, while depression in adults may look more like sadness or loss of energy.
If you believe your teen is at risk of suicide, get help immediately. We offer fast, safe online therapy for teens. Call emergency services if it’s urgent.
Adolescent Mental Health is a dedicated virtual mental health treatment center exclusively focused on the mental health needs of teenagers, offering specialized care to address the unique challenges teens and families face.
Compassionate support, expert guidance, and tailored programs for adolescent mental health.
Connect with Adolescent Mental Health today. Let us guide your teenager towards resilience and well-being.
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