Teen Depression Gone Viral

Navigating teen mental health in a digital world can be overwhelming for parents. In this realistic and nonjudgmental guide, adolescent psychiatrist and parent Meredith E. Gansner offers clear, up-to-date insight into depression in teens, with a special focus on the role of social media, gaming, and digital habits. Through vivid, relatable stories, the book helps parents recognize warning signs of depression and self-harm, understand when online behaviors become risky, and seek accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Dr. Gansner provides practical strategies for working collaboratively with teens to build healthier technology habits—without extreme restrictions—supported by downloadable tools and resources. Each chapter also highlights positive, health-promoting digital resources, empowering families to use technology as part of the solution rather than the problem.

Key Features:

• Clear guidance on recognizing warning signs of teen depression and self-harm
• Evidence-based discussion of social media, gaming, and digital mental health risks
• Practical, nonjudgmental strategies for setting healthy technology boundaries
• Downloadable tools to support habit change and family collaboration
• Addresses myths and facts about internet addiction, viral trends, and cyberbullying
• Step-by-step guidance for diagnosis and informed treatment decisions
• Highlights positive online communities, apps, and resources for teens and parents