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Experts shed light on adolescent depression signs
The Wenatchee World - 11/7/2019
Nov. 7--WENATCHEE -- Parents -- and anyone who works with children -- are invited to learn about adolescent depression and get tips on how to help at a free event at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the LocalTel Event Center at Pybus Public Market.
A panel of experts from Columbia Valley Community Health, Columbia Pediatrics and the Wenatchee School District will talk about:
* What depression looks like and how to recognize it
* How to engage a child in a conversation about it
* The need to normalize seeking treatment when necessary
* Signs and symptoms of "Digital Dementia"and "Gaming Disorder"
* Why are screens/games so addicting?
* The iGen, why today's super-connected kids are growing up less rebellious, more tolerant, less happy and completely unprepared for adulthood
* How to find balance
* Ways to minimize depression and maximize feelings of happiness
* Tangible things we can do to become happier and more resilient to depression
The panel speakers include:
* Columbia Pediatrics' Dr. Jerry Crawford, M.D., who has more than 30 years of experience in pediatric medicine.
* Aaron MacKenzie, counselor at Washington Elementary School, with more than 20 years of school counseling experience
* Abigail Shepherd, Ph.D, a licensed mental health counselor at CVCH
Each will make a presentation, followed by time to answer audience questions. Seating is limited, so registration is recommended. For more information, go to wwrld.us/2WWS8Tc.
The event is part of the Pybus University offerings this quarter.
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