Teenage years can be a challenging time filled with social and academic pressures as well as hormonal changes. Depression is a prevalent mental health issue experienced by many adolescents. As a parent, seeing your teenager struggle with symptoms of depression can be heartbreaking. However, there are steps you can take to support your child during this difficult time.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Macy Kasperbauer discusses the importance of mental health with children and young people.