The Scope Blog

While kids are buzzing with the excitement of getting back to school and the days growing shorter, have you found yourself feeling down for no apparent reason as summer closes? You’re not alone. Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a little-known condition that’s more common condition than you think.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a condition of brain damage and growth problems. It is often misdiagnosed — or sometimes missed completely — preventing children from receiving the care, which could improve their lives.

Children are, by nature, highly active. While most children grow out of this phase, some children may have underlying difficulties with hyperactivity and inattention which stay with them well beyond the childhood years. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can cause a variety of challenges. Some of the hallmarks include hyperactivity, trouble concentrating and acting on impulse without regard to the consequences.

Depression among adolescents is at an all-time high. It’s easy to think, “not my kid” — especially if they seem to be doing all the things that are expected of young people. But depression can be silent. Even the seemingly most vibrant young person with an active social life, friends, good grades and extracurricular activities can be masking pain not easily seen.

If you suspect that your teen or child might be struggling with mental illness, it's important to get professional help right away. Here are ten warning signs that could indicate a problem.

Dealing with ADHD can be a struggle for both parents and children. Learn how Tanner Health System can help your child with ADHD stay on track in and out of school.

Mental and behavioral health issues can make it difficult for youth to get through the day. Learn how parents can recognize signs of anxiety, depression and PTSD in their child or teen.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, there has been an increase in doctor's visits for children dealing with mental health issues.

When a young child is dealing with behavioral issues, it's important for their parents or guardians to understand their role in and during the behavior.

Depression, anxiety, eating disorders and a host of other mental health issues can affect children.

Are you following your community’s social distance advisories? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says it’s vital to stay at least six feet away from others to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Compared to adults, kids have fewer coping skills and experiences to draw upon to help them adapt to unexpected changes like COVID-19. They need adult guidance and support to understand what is happening, and they need reassurance that things are not spinning out of control.

How do you stay informed about COVID-19 without sacrificing your mental health? Kenneth Genova, MD, offers some tips for managing too much news.

Parents are understandably worried about newborns and COVID-19. The good news: Babies tend to have mild symptoms, if any. Learn more.

Coping with the many changes the coronavirus pandemic is causing in our lives is challenging and anxiety-provoking. While adults struggle to adapt, children are also experiencing major changes in their lives.