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.