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Depression Resources for Teens & Young Adults

Depression consists of intense feelings of sadness along with losing interest in the things you usually love in life.

Teen & young adult depression

Depression reveals itself in many different forms depending on the individual. Teens and young adults may experience a range of symptoms, such as low moods, thoughts of self-harm, guilt, sleeplessness, substance abuse, and much more.

There are several types of depression, including major depressive disorder (MDD), persistent depressive disorder (PDD), bipolar depression, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Teen depression & mental health support

Find out about how depression works, what symptoms to watch for, and tips on getting help.

A young woman is having surprising physical symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Yes, Bipolar Disorder Can Cause Physical Symptoms—Here’s How to Cope

Sarah Fielding

Teenage female dealing with depression after her TBI

Yes, Traumatic Brain Injuries Can Cause Depression—Here’s How to Cope

Ethan Cohen BSN, RN

A person sits on the ground next to his mom on a couch as he contemplates the effects of growing up with a bipolar parent.

Yes, Having a Parent With Bipolar Disorder Can Affect Your Mental Health

Sarah Fielding

Yes, Brain Fog Is a Depression Symptom—Here’s How to Cope

Alex Bachert, MPH

A person wearing headphones sits with her legs crossed while listening to a meditation for depression.

Here’s How Meditation Can Improve Depression

Charlie Health Editorial Team

A young girl is in therapy filling out the patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9).

What Is the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)?

Elizabeth Kroll

A young man is in virtual therapy for bipolar disorder.

What Is the Best Therapy for Bipolar Disorder?

Ashley Laderer

A young man has depression and his friend is learning what to say to someone with depression.

Here’s What Not to Say to Someone With Depression

Ethan Cohen BSN, RN

A young man is experiencing the effects of alcohol on depression.

Here’s How Alcohol Affects Depression

Ethan Cohen BSN, RN

A male teenager is feeling more depressed at night.

Why Am I More Depressed at Night?

Ethan Cohen BSN, RN

A young girl sits in bed on her phone. She is experiencing depression following a breakup.

Can Breakups Cause Depression?

Sarah duRivage-Jacobs

Teen laying on the arm of a chair looking sad

Depression Extends Beyond the Mind: Physical Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder

Charlie Health Editorial Team

7 Therapist-Approved Tips for Seasonal Depression

Charlie Health Editorial Team

Subtle Signs of Depression

Charlie Health Editorial Team

A young couple sits, comforting each other on the couch. The young woman is experiencing postpartum depression after a miscarriage.

Can You Have Postpartum Depression After Miscarriage?

Sarah duRivage-Jacobs

Young male laying in bed with a white shirt on their phone. The young male is

What Is Bed Rotting — And Is It Bad for You?

Ashley Laderer

Young male in a white shirt with a grey jacket sitting at a desk with his computer. The teen is suffering from a migraine and is in treatment for depression.

Depression and Migraines: What’s the Connection?

Charlie Health Editorial Team

Young male in a grey sweatshirt and dark pants outside. He is currently being treated for depression.

Can Depression Make You Sick? The Relationship Between Depression and Physical Illness

Sarah duRivage-Jacobs

Woman in pink shirt sitting on a couch across from a veteran in a military uniform. The woman in the pink shirt is a counselor helping the veteran understand her depression and anxiety symptoms and seek help.

Depression and Anxiety Among Veterans: Understanding the Symptoms and Seeking Help

Claire Szewczyk

Two people walk side-by-side laughing. They are able to live happily while managing bipolar disorder.

Living with Bipolar Disorder

Amanda Lundberg

What’s the Connection Between Art and Depression?

Amanda Lundberg

ADHD and Depression

Sarah Fielding

5 Common Myths About Bipolar Disorder

Ethan Cohen BSN, RN

Teenage girl on her bed suffering from depression

Teenage Girl Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Ashley Laderer

Young girl experiencing a depressive episode sitting down and looking at her phone

How Long Does a Depressive Episode Last?

Charlie Health Editorial Team

Young adult man struggling with depression clasping his hands

Self-Harm and Depression in Teens and Young Adults

Ashley Laderer

Woman working while dealing with her depression

What is High-Functioning Depression?

Charlie Health Editorial Team

a teen dealing with depression sits on a couch in a dark room

What is Bipolar Depression?

Alex Bachert, MPH

A young woman stands in front of a window looking outside as the season changes

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder? (Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment)

Alex Bachert, MPH

What is Persistent Depressive Disorder? (Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment)

Alex Bachert, MPH

A teen in a brown sweater sits on bleachers

Unipolar Depression: Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment

Alex Bachert, MPH

Mother comforting teen who is struggling with depression

5 Depressive Disorders in Teens and Young Adults

Alex Bachert, MPH

Teen & young adult depression treatment

There are many ways to treat depression once you seek out professional help. At Charlie Health, we create a custom intensive outpatient program that integrates one-on-one therapy, group sessions, and family sessions alongside medication and mindfulness techniques.

Every individual deserves a personalized approach to their mental health. Working with a qualified professional ensures you’re getting the level of support you need every step of the way.

Teen with adhd sitting down looking out a window dealing with depression

Teen & young adult depression resources

Depression can feel like an overwhelming condition, but there are many resources available to get the help you need. Explore topics surrounding depression for teens and young adults and understand that you’re not alone.