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Is Your Teenage Daughter / Son Depressed?

By Pablee Wong, MC, RCC, RMFT, RPT-S

It is impossible to avoid ups and downs in our lives. Feeling sad, angry and frustrated towards disappointments are normal aspects of human experiences. We often use the word “depressed”, yet as parents, do you know the signs of depression? Is your teenage son or daughter depressed?

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Teenager Online Gaming – Playing or Addiction?

By Pablee Wong, MC, RCC, RMFT, RPT-S

Not long ago, an Ontario teenager ran away from home after having a dispute with his parents over the “Xbox” and his online gaming habit. Tragically, after going missing for several weeks he was found dead. One could only imagine how devastating it was for his parents to lose their beloved son. As the police are still trying to piece together the puzzle, perhaps we could take this opportunity to reflect on whether your teenager is struggling with an online gaming habit?

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Are You Depressed?

By Pablee Wong, MC, RCC, RMFT, RPT-S

It is impossible to avoid ups and downs in our lives. Feeling sad, angry and frustrated towards disappointments are normal part of human experiences. We often use the word “depressed”, yet, what does it mean when someone is clinically depressed?
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