MH2013 Capstone Project

  W26-Capstone Consolidate-ULTRA Blog Post #2 Depression in Teens   Depression in teenagers is more than “just a phase” or normal moodiness. Adolescence is a time of major physical, emotional, and social change, so ups and downs are expected. However, when sadness, hopelessness, irritability, or loss of interest lasts for weeks and begins to affect daily life, it may be a sign of depression. Understanding what depression looks like in teens is important for parents, caregivers, educators, and youth themselves, because early support can make a meaningful difference.   Teen depression can sometimes be missed because it does not always look the way adults expect. Some teens may seem sad and withdrawn, but others may appear angry, restless, or emotionally “shut down.” A teenager who is struggling with depression may stop enjoying activities they used to care about, pull away from friends, lose motivation at school, or become unusually irritable at home. They may a...

Blog Post# 1 Anxiety in Kids   Anxiety is a common and natural emotional response that many children experience as they grow and develop. Feeling nervous before a test, worried about making new friends, or scared of the dark are all typical childhood experiences. Anxiety becomes a concern, however, when these feelings are intense, long-lasting, or interfere with a child’s daily life. Understanding what anxiety looks like in children is an important first step for parents, caregivers, educators, and those working in mental health, as early recognition and support can make a significant difference in a child’s well-being.   In children, anxiety does not always look the same as it does in adults. While some children may clearly express worry or fear, others may struggle to explain how they feel. Anxiety often shows up through physical symptoms such as stomach aches, headaches, nausea, or fatigue, even when no medical cause is found. Behaviourally, children may avoid cer...

  W26-Capstone Consolidate-ULTRA Option Two Outline for Weekly Blogs     Mohamad Bachar Abou Al Shaar   Platform of choice: Blogspot This will be posted weekly on my blog website: https://mohamadbachar.blogspot.com/   Target Audience: Children, adolescents, parents, caregivers, educators, and individuals beginning work in the mental health field.   Purpose: To educate and build understanding, reduce stigma, and explain child and adolescent mental health topics in a clear, supportive, and accessible way.   Format: Posts will be delivered as written blogs that include images, real-life examples, and links to relevant resources, or as edited vlogs using visuals, quotes, and graphics to reinforce key concepts.   Blog Post #1 Title: Anxiety in Kids Main Learning Objectives: • Understand what anxiety looks like in children and how it may affect daily functioning. • Recognize common causes and early warni...