Feeling Sad

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• Getting Help for Intense Grief

  Going through grief and loss is never easy. But in some situations, grief can feel especially intense – even overwhelming. Find out what to do in this article for teens.

• 5 Ways to Cope When a Loved One Dies

  We all face grief at some point. Here are 5 ideas that might help you cope when someone you love has died.

• When Depression Is Severe

  Severe depression can cloud a person's thinking and lead some people to think that life isn't worth living. But severe depression can be treated. Find out what to do and how to get help in this article for teens.

• Why Do People Get Depressed?

  There's no one reason why people get depressed - many different things can play a role. Find out more about the things that can trigger depression.

• Am I Depressed or Just Not Trying?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• 5 Ways to Fight Depression

  It's important to take action against depression - it doesn't just go away on its own. In addition to getting professional help, here are 5 ways to feel better.

• Depression

  Depression is very common. For more information about depression and feeling better, check out this article.

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

  Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that affects some people and appears at the same time each year.

• Going to a Therapist

  Getting help with emotions or stress is the same as getting help with a medical problem like asthma or diabetes. This article explains how therapy works and how it can help with problems.

• Cutting

  It can be hard to understand, but people who cut themselves sometimes do it because it actually makes them feel better. They are overflowing with emotions - like sadness, depression, or anger - that they have trouble expressing.

• Death and Grief

  If someone close to you has died, you probably feel overwhelmed with grief. Read about some things that might help you cope.

• Why Am I in Such a Bad Mood?

  Because of all the changes taking place in your life, you may feel like you're on an emotional roller coaster. Find out more about bad moods and why you have them.

• Suicide

  We all feel overwhelmed by difficult emotions or situations sometimes. If someone is seriously depressed, suicidal thinking is a real concern. Here are warning signs and ways to get help.