Depression
Depression in young people
Telling the difference between normal sadness and depression is difficult.
Depression in children and teenagers
Almost 1 in 4 young people may experience depression before they are 19. Get help early if you think your child may be depressed.
Alcohol and depression
Alcohol can cause depression or make it worse. Never turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism.
Clinical depression
People experiencing clinical depression usually feel sad, hopeless and have lost interest in things they used to enjoy. Their mood is low and irritable.