A catalog of articles, videos, and specific stories about depression, suicide, and those affected by them. Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:22:30 -0500 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/10-hopeful-verses-to-uplift-those-fighting-seasonal-depression.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/10-hopeful-verses-to-uplift-those-fighting-seasonal-depression.html Ashley Hooker https://www.crosswalk.com/author/ashley-hooker/ Biblical characters like David, Job, Nehemiah, Paul, and others dealt with depression during their lifetimes. During those times when they were feeling down, they all looked to God for encouragement and guidance. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 01:05:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/warning-signs-of-depression-in-children-and-adolescents.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/warning-signs-of-depression-in-children-and-adolescents.html Vivian Bricker https://www.crosswalk.com/author/vivian-bricker/ Often, children and adolescents’ symptoms of depression manifest in different ways than those of adults. This can cause many children and adolescents to go undiagnosed by medical professionals.I struggled with depression for almost a decade before I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder. Although I exhibited all the warning signs, my parents didn’t seek out the help I needed. Rather than ignoring the problem, it is important to recognize the warning signs in order to get the help your children and teens deserve. Your children and teens will appreciate the time, care, and intentional effort you put into helping them.If your child or teen has been showing obvious signs of depression, it is best to get them proper help. Taking your child or teen to the doctor and expressing any concerns can prevent them from developing clinical depression. Before you go, write down all their symptoms and any worrisome behaviors. This can help the doctor become more aware of what your child or teen might be experiencing.If you are unsure of the warning signs of depression in children and teens, here are a few:Photo credit: ©Getty Images/fizkes Wed, 07 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/questions-you-need-to-regularly-ask-your-depressed-spouse.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/questions-you-need-to-regularly-ask-your-depressed-spouse.html Amanda Idleman https://www.crosswalk.com/author/amanda-idleman/ It’s not easy to love a spouse through depression. After having our second son, I entered a long battle with chronic anxiety and depression. It took me years to find the words to explain my struggle. I was stuck, unsure of what was happening to me, and without the tools I needed to get better. Through these tough years, my marriage struggled as my husband also lacked the skills required to support and help me. Only once I started medication could our marriage begin to heal, as we both had to let go of the mutual hurt inflicted by the confusion we felt around my personal struggle.Now we can look back and better understand how we failed and what was missing as I struggled alone. Genuine curiosity and a diligent desire to connect even in the midst of our struggles would have been a lifeline to our marriage. If you or your spouse is navigating depression, slow down together, take time to ask gentle questions, answer as honestly as you can, and connect. This can be the lifeline your marriage needs as you walk this valley together.Photo credit: ©GettyImages/Charday Penn Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:57:44 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/top-mental-health-trends-of-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/top-mental-health-trends-of-2025.html Amber Ginter https://www.crosswalk.com/author/amber-ginter/ As society grapples with mental well-being, contemporary trends like nervous system regulation and digital detoxes reveal a deeper collective longing for rest. Explore how these modern fads can paradoxically point us toward timeless spiritual practices and an eternal source of restoration, offering a profound perspective beyond fleeting trends. Sun, 04 Jan 2026 23:36:04 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/coping-strategies-for-the-holiday-season.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/coping-strategies-for-the-holiday-season.html Vivian Bricker https://www.crosswalk.com/author/vivian-bricker/ Discover practical ways to find peace and joy during this season, from seeking spiritual support to setting personal boundaries and prioritizing self-care. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:05:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/ways-to-help-your-children-have-a-merry-christmas-when-you-are-going-through-grief.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/ways-to-help-your-children-have-a-merry-christmas-when-you-are-going-through-grief.html Vivian Bricker https://www.crosswalk.com/author/vivian-bricker/ Check out these practical strategies to help your family find merriment and healing amidst sorrow this season. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/7-bible-verses-and-prayers-for-grieving-moms.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/7-bible-verses-and-prayers-for-grieving-moms.html Jennifer Waddle https://www.crosswalk.com/author/jennifer-waddle/ Grieving mothers can find solace and strength through God's promises, even in the depths of sorrow. Discover 7 Scriptures and prayers designed to comfort your tender heart and remind you that God's story never ends with ashes. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/3-tips-for-beating-seasonal-depression.html https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/mental-health/3-tips-for-beating-seasonal-depression.html Amber Ginter https://www.crosswalk.com/author/amber-ginter/ It's in acknowledging our need for something and someone beyond ourselves and bringing those things to the light that healing and peace can be found. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:55:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/thanksgiving/why-am-i-depressed-during-such-a-joyful-season.html https://www.crosswalk.com/special-coverage/thanksgiving/why-am-i-depressed-during-such-a-joyful-season.html Gina Smith https://www.crosswalk.com/author/gina-smith/ As a follower of Jesus, I want to be able to move forward into the season, live in the moment, and make the most of each day I have been gifted, but I also know I need to acknowledge all the things that might be causing sadness, process the emotions, see them as valid, and admit that life is hard! The realities of life can seem magnified during the holiday season in a culture where we constantly have images of idealistic holiday scenes passing before our eyes. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:30:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/ways-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-depression.html https://www.crosswalk.com/family/parenting/ways-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-depression.html Jaime Jo Wright https://www.crosswalk.com/author/jaime-jo-wright/ The current statistics regarding teen depression aren't good. In 2025, nearly 1 in 3 high school students reported feeling "so sad or hopeless almost every day for two or more weeks in a row," and they confirmed that they ceased taking part in many of their usual activities. Anxiety and depression have surged by 30% in the last five years, and 60% of the youth who do experience major depressive episodes don't receive any mental health treatment. (https://huntingtonpsych.com/blog/teen-mental-health-statistics)We can thank an abundance of stressors for this increase in mental health statistics in our youth. However, it's important to point out that the teens who spend more than three hours per day on social media have doubled their risk of poor mental health. Not to mention the stressors that over 83% of teenagers attribute are because of such high academic pressures in school.While there are options and resources for parents that will help you address many of these causes, it's challenging to get to that point without first talking to your teenager about their depression. That, in and of itself, can be especially tricky. As parents, we all know how reticent many of our youth are to include us in their lives, even on a superficial level. But it needs to be done, and those lines of communication need to be opened.Here are a few ways that you can hopefully and prayerfully connect with your teen when it comes to addressing such a critical topic:Photo Credit:©GettyImages/Halfpoint Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:25:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:22:30-05:00