This blog will serve to provide advocacy, information, support, and resources on the topic of teen and adolescent depression. Information is provided based on research from various reputable medical and government resources. The blog will discuss what depression is, its relevance in young adults, the various types of depression, the symptoms, causes, and ways to help cope with or help someone else cope with depression. By providing advocacy and awareness about a sensitive topic such as depression and mental health, this blog hopes to promote hope, recovery, growth and mental wellness to its readers.