INFORMATION FOR YOUTH
WEBSITES
Children, Youth, and Depression - Canadian Mental Health Association
Article with foundational information on depression and how parents can support their children.
Depression Hurts - Mood Disorders Society of Canada
Web platform including discussion forums, resources, and management tools for depression.
Depression in Children and Teens - Government of Alberta
Foundational information about depression in children and teens.
VIDEOS
I Had a Black Dog, His Name Was Depression - Matthew Johnstone / World Health Organization
Video about how to identify and help children displaying symptoms of depression.
Depression in Children: Nip in the Bud - Nip in the Bud
Foundational information about depression in children and teens.
INFORMATION HANDOUTS
Teen Mental Health Speaks…Depression - Mental Health Literacy
Teen magazine about depression.
EDUCATIONAL MODULES
Depression 101 - Canadian Mental Health Association
Free 20-minute course about depression for those concerned about themselves, family, or friends.
Bounce Back - Canadian Mental Health Association
Free program designed to help youth 15+ and adults manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry.
BOOKS
Dealing With Depression Toolkit - Government of British Columbia
Book about dealing with depression for adolescents.
APPS
Sanvello - Sanvello Health
App for stress, anxiety, and depression.
These resources were gathered and reviewed by a mental health professional as part of the Building Service Capacity for Child and Adolescent Mental Health in Primary Care and Pediatrics project in partnership with Alberta Health Services, the Edmonton Zone Primary Care Networks, and CASA Mental Health.