Child & Adolescent Depression Care

Depression in children and teens can affect mood, behavior, academic performance, relationships, and overall well‑being. At UTHealth Houston Psychiatry, our specialists provide comprehensive, compassionate care to help young people understand their symptoms, build coping skills, and return to healthy daily functioning.

What Is Depression in Youth?

Depression is more than sadness — it involves persistent feelings of hopelessness, irritability, or loss of interest that interfere with a child’s ability to function at home, in school, and socially. Children may express depression differently than adults and often show behavioral or physical changes rather than verbalizing distress.