Abblett, M., & Willard, C. (2016). Mindfulness for teen depression : a workbook for improving your mood. Oakland, CA: Instant Help Books.Mindfulness is a cognitive based therapy approach to dealing with depression. This books helps teens to cultivate a positive attitude to ease the symptoms of depression which can often get in the way of success in school, relationships, and life.
Introduction to Psychology - Depression and Major Depressive Disorder by Khan Academy (2016)
There are several symptoms caused by depression and this video provides a very good overview of the most common ones typically experienced by most people. Sometimes it's difficult to know the difference between feeling "blue" or truly suffering from depression. What are the root causes of depression? Could it be the person's environment which triggers the illness, or their genetic makeup?
The Science of Depression by AsapSCIENCE (2014, August 14)
What exactly causes depression? Is it because the chemicals in the brain are triggering depression or could it be caused by our environment? This video from AsapScience helps you to understand.
The Science of Heartbreak by AsapSCIENCE (2013, September 11)
Is it possible to feel physical pain from a broken heart? This video from AsapScience explores the painful feelings of breaking up and suffering the loss of our loved ones. In order to heal, it's important to reach out to others for support.Teen Suicide Prevention by The Mayo Clinic (2013, June 5)
Check out this video created by the Mayo Clinic. It explains the most common symptoms of depression in young adults and why it's so important to ask for help when you are feeling suicidal. There are suggestions about what to say (and not to say) to a teen suffering from these feelings.
What is depression? by Khan Academy (2016)
This article is an excellent overview of depression from the Khan Academy including the causes, common symptoms, and treatment options. Additional videos can be found in links on the left-hand side of the page.