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Podcast: Parenting Today's Teens
Episode: Teen Depression and Its Consequences
Description: Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd talk about depression among adolescents and how it is rising at an alarming rate, with many teens experiencing major depressive disorders and persistent sadness or hopelessness. Suicide rates have increased and many families struggle to recognize the signs, which can range from mood changes and social withdrawal to risky behaviors and eating disorders. Parents are encouraged to maintain open communication, take their teen’s feelings seriously and seek professional help when necessary.Visit heartlightministries.org to see if Mark's residential counseling program can help your struggling teen. Parenting Today's Teens is...