Young People and Depression

On the Couch with Dr Tracie Rogers

Dr Krystal-Jane Verasammy is On the Couch as we examine young people and depression. The World Health Organisation estimates that 1 in 33 young people between the ages of 13 and 25 are struggling with depression. Is this a serious problem? Krystal-Jane breaks it down like this: In every Secondary School classroom in T&T, there is likely 1 teen who is suffering from depression. Learn about the relationship between depression, self-harm and suicidal thoughts as well as what can be done to help young people in this 2-part discussion.