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11.09.2021
Childhood Depression and Anxiety in the Age of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has been identified as a significant factor in the deterioration of mental health in children, but the long-term effects of COVID-19 on children's mental health has yet to be seen.
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10.27.2021
2022 Keynote Speakers
ADAA 2022 Annual Conference Keynote Speakers
Blog post
08.11.2021
The Art and Science of Treating Depression in Autism: A Guest Blog Post from SPARK - Part 2
Thanks to research, we know more about depression in children and adults with autism than we used to. Whereas scientists have studied the rates of depression, risk factors, and ways to diagnose it in people on the spectrum, we know far less about how treatments traditionally used on the general population work for those with autism.
Blog post
08.11.2021
Diagnosing Depression in People with Autism: A Guest Blog Post from SPARK - Part 1
As a young child with autism, Ben had trouble putting his feelings into words, except when he was angry. During one outburst, he told his mother he didn’t want to live. Although she took him to mental health providers, they focused on treating him for anxiety, rather than depression.
Personal Story
07.15.2021
OCD Artist: Amy Diener on Dot Painting and OCD Triumphs
After viewing my art and story, I want others to understand that we are not alone in this and should not be embarrassed of our struggles. Instead, acknowledge them and work hard to triumph over them.
Article
06.04.2021
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Anxiety/Depression
Because of the nature of chronic illnesses/diseases, whether it be increased hospitalization, excessive worry, or hormonal changes, having a chronic illness/disease increases the likelihood of developing a mental illness
Personal Story
05.27.2021
Greatest Day of My Life
Early in 2020 I experienced my first panic attack at the age of 34. I had entered into psychotherapy a few months earlier and things seemed to be getting better.
Personal Story
05.19.2021
If We Could See Mental Health
I wasn’t normal, but somehow, to the world and medical spreadsheets I was, “just an average kid with anxiety” and not a kid who desperately needed help.
Article
02.04.2021