Meet Dr. Mike Assel from the Dan L Duncan Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Children’s Learning Institute. Learn how mood disorders impact children and families, and explore ways to provide support!
Learn More About Mood Disorders
Find out more about mood disorders and how they are diagnosed:
- Anxiety and Depression in Children from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Depression & Mood Disorders from The Child Mind Institute
- Types of Anxiety from The Child Mind Institute
JUMP TO:
- Learn More About Mood Disorders
- Videos
- Articles and Websites
- Putting Into Practice
- Community Resources
EXPLORE AND LEARN:
Videos
Treatment for Depression
Child Mind Institute reviews treatment options for children and teens coping with depression.
Helping Your Child Manage Anxiety
This video, from KidsHealth, provides strategies for helping children manage anxiety.
Stress & Anxiety in Adolescents
Offered by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), this video addresses common stress and anxiety stressors in teens.
Articles and Websites
Signs of Anxiety
Common signs of anxiety are described in this Child Mind Institute article and video, which review symptoms across different age groups.
Sadness vs. Depression
Learn the difference between sadness and clinical depression in this article from Understood.
Anxiety and Depression in Different Grades
Identify signs of anxiety and depression at different developmental stages with this toolkit designed by Understood.
Types of Psychotherapy
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) provides a detailed explanation of therapeutic approaches for mood disorders in children and teens.
Suicide in Children and Teens
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) identifies potential risks of suicide for children and adolescents, along with prevention strategies.
Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
Learn more about bipolar disorder in children and teens at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) website.
Putting into Practice
These activities are designed for adults to do with children with mood disorders. They provide a way to intentionally practice skill, skill, skill, and calming exercises. Share the link to an activity you like with friends, family members, or other parents!
10 Tips for Parenting Anxious Kids
This article from the Child Mind Institute provides families with strategies for supporting their anxious child.
How to Help Your Teen With Depression
The Child Mind Institute provides guidance to families supporting teens struggling with depression.
Community Resources
Child And Adolescent Behavioral Health Services
Access a range of mental health services for children and adolescents with Care Connect, shared by Mental Health America of Greater Houston.