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Dr. Matt Ruble is a member of FFDA's Advisory Board

Depression Awareness: What Parents of Teens Should Know

We spoke with Dr. Matt Ruble about the importance of depression screening, diagnosis, and treatment…

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Learn how to support a loved one with depression during the holidays

Helping a Loved One with Depression During the Holidays

For many people, the holiday season is a time of joy and celebration. However, for…

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Watch our interview about bipolar disorder and genetics.

Bipolar Disorder and Genetics: What Caregivers Need to Know

Health conditions – including mental health conditions – tend to run in families. But how…

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Caregivers can support loved ones with depression living far away

How to Help Your Loved One with Depression Living Far Away

Caregiving from a Distance Approximately 11 % of Americans provide care for a family member…

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5 Things to Consider When Your Child with Depression Needs an IEP

Navigating the education system when your child has special needs associated with depression can be…

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How Joining Clubs Helps Improve Teen Mental Health

It can be difficult for teens who struggle with mental health to enjoy school. Assignments…

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Setting Your Young Adult Up for Success: Advice for Caregivers of a College Student with Depression

Ah, college! The excitement of new friends and experiences, a nip in the air, a…

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College Application Stress Mom and Daughter Brainstorming

How to Help Teens Cope with College Application Stress

The summer and fall of a teen’s senior year of high school can be an…

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Bipolar Depression_Woman in Two Mood States

Bipolar Depression: Understanding Your Loved One’s Experience

In recent years, commercials for prescription medications for “bipolar depression” have run all day and…

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Michaela and Jenn Facing Away from Camera Depression in College

Michaela and Jenn’s Story: Tips for Managing Depression in College

Going off to college can be both challenging and exciting, but it can also be…

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Honoring Indigenous Identity: Providing Holistic Care

Brianna Jacobs, LCMHC, is one of the 55,000 members of the Lumbee Tribe of North…

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Alex Jordan College Survival Guide

Alex’s Declassified College Survival Guide

Creating a Personal College Survival Guide College can be the happiest years of your life…

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