Resources
Here, you will find several types of resources to use for finding evidence to support your conclusions and viewpoints in your oral presentation. These resources include websites, databases, and multimedia sources (from interactive activities and software programs, to DVDs and videos). There are also a few tutorials to show you how to use these sources. So dive in and have fun exploring!
Websites
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Teens Health http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/
KidsHealth is the largest and most-visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information, especially for teens. Created by the Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media in 1995, this colorful and easy to search site provides accurate, up-to-date, and jargon-free health information for teens to understand.
KidsHealth has thousands of in-depth features, articles, animations, games, and resources — all original and developed by experts in the health of teens. A search box allows you to type in keywords/phrases like "teenage depression" that provide a list of resources and articles marked with a "T" for teen content. This unique feature enables teens to search for articles written specifically with them in mind. Also useful are the site's links to additional related articles, resources of places to seek support including support groups and national foundations, and a "Categories" tab that allows teens to browse different topics, like the "Your Mind" link at http://www.kidshealth.org/teen/your_mind/ that includes tips on fighting depression; types of symptoms and reasons for teenage depression; and the chance to sign up for a free eNewsletter just for teens on what topics they are interested in.
1. Here's a quick overview for searching on this website. First, click on the link above and enter your keyword or terms into the search box.
2. Next, your results will be displayed. Notice how each entry is ranked by audience content - a "P" is geared for parents or guardians of a depression teen, while an "e" is geared more towards educators. Be on the lookout for "T" rated ones - this are written with young adults, or YOU, in mind!
3. Select an entry and look carefully at the screen. You will notice how some entries include an additonal recommended list, like this:
Or, some might provide "tabs" on the side of the entry article providing you with more resources.
4. Finally, at the bottom of each entry is the option to print a copy or send an email copy to yourself!
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=about_publications_justamood
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) "is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses." This organization encourages understanding and support by providing up-to-date information written in a language teens and the general public can understand. Useful sight for any teen who is depressed or knows of someone who is by including a fact sheet for them that helps figure out whether they have depression. The site also includes a search engine box -- try using the terms "teens and depression" and find results that provide articles with perspectives and feelings from actual teens suffering from depression, including "A Teen Trying To Live" at http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/News2?page=NewsArticle&id=6068 that shows and explores the raw, truthful, and complicated feelings teens have when dealing with depression. Definitely a resource for hope, support, and understanding for teens and others in this situation.
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Psychology Information Online
http://www.psychologyinfo.com/depression/teens.htm#teen-depression
Psychology Information Online provides a central place on the Internet for basic information about the practice of psychology. Included is information about psychological diagnosis, disorders and problems, psychotherapy and counseling. Teens will find the "Let's Talk About Depression" section at http://www.psychologyinfo.com/depression/teens.htm#teen-depression full of resourceful and reliable information ranging from a basic overview of depression and its symptoms, to exposing the "myths" regarding teenage depression such as "It's normal for teenagers to be moody; Teens don't suffer from 'real' depression."
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Go Ask Alice!
http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/
Go Ask Alice! is a health Q&A Internet resource produced by Columbia University that provides you with reliable, accurate, and highly accessible perspectives on topics in order to make responsible decisions concerning mental health issues. The site receives over 1,100 inquiries weekly from college and high school students, parents, teachers, professionals, older adults, and others, on every conceivable health topic. All questions are read and replied.
You have the freedom to browse various topic links on the left-hand side of the screen, ranging from alchohol and drug use, to emotional health. Teens seeking information on depression should check out the "Emotional Health" link http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/Cat4.html to browse through different categories relating to depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and questions about anti-anxiety medications. Each category then reveals a message box where you can email your own questions or concerns. Answers provide comments and alternative resources for guidance and places to seek support. A positive solution for teens who are feel alone with their depression can now find and respond to other peers and share their feelings and thoughts.
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Teen Moods
http://www.teen-moods.net/index.php
Full of visually stunning details, informative resources, and genuine teen experiences and emotional stories, Teen Moods (TM) is an international community of young adults dealing with depression and mood-related issues.
Teens who visit this link will have a wide range of visual, informative, and other supportive resources available, including the "Community Forum" at http://www.teen-moods.net/forums/ that allows you to register with the TM community. This includes several supporting and positive discussion creativity tools including forums to participate in like "The GOOD Stuff" at http://www.teen-moods.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=a41d52033cf2df4f8ea48cb3351a4362&f=32 where you can share good things that happen to you; you can also share drawings and digital artwork in the "Art Gallery" section at http://www.teen-moods.net/art/.
Another important and unique interactive tool is TM's "Information" links that range from "Depression FAQ," "Online Depression Screening Tests," and "Digital Diary" at http://www.teen-moods.net/diary/ that allows teens to post their thoughts, feelings, and problems for private or public viewing among their peers. Great resource to express your feelings and other depression-related issues.
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TeenHelp.org
TeenHelp is an anonymous support site for teens from all walks of life, all around the world. Staff members are volunteers, who are here to listen and to give advice. Whether you're seeking help or you like to help others, TeenHelp "is a friendly and safe environment for everyone to work together."
Some unique and helpful features on this site for teens include several different ways for getting advice and support. HelpLINK at http://helplink.teenhelp.org/consists of a staff of over 50 e-mail mentors who are available to answer questions! You don't have to be registered to use HelpLINK. The Support Forums (http://groups.teenhelp.org/ is an online community with over 50,000 teens, is also a popular area for seeking help and answers. You must register for access, which is totally free. Finally, teens can chat with one of TeenHelp's staff members at Live Help system located here http://chat.teenhelp.org/index.php?do=livehelp, which allows for a personal one-on-one guidance discussion.
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About.com
About.com is an online "neighborhood of hundreds of helpful experts, eager to share their wealth of knowledge with visitors." Over 53 million visitors surf this site for help with everything from health care and travel, to sports and even a section dedicasted to teens! Founded in 1996, About.com was acquired in March 2005 by The New York Times Company and is considered to be one of the largest producers of original content on the Web.
The "Teens" link at http://www.about.com/teens/ provides a wealth of information, ranging from health and school topics such as study tips, to fashion and celebrity news. However, the best feature of this site is its search results for teenage depression here: http://homeworktips.about.com/sitesearch.htm?terms=teenage%20depression&SUName=homeworktips&TopNode=99. Here, you will find a variety of articles to fit your own needs and questions including encyclopedia entries; signs and symptoms of depression; and in-depth reports pertaining to depression medication and treatment. Also check out the link to a streaming video discussing depression here http://video.about.com/depression/Depression.htm in clear, simple, and visually stunning demonstrations and simulations.
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WebMD
WebMed board-certified physicians and health specialists provide teens and the general public with the promise of accurate, reliable, and authoritative health information on the Internet. By providing credible information, supportive communities, and in-depth reference materials about health subjects, teens will really enjoy the highly creative designed layout, content, and multiple formats of resources made availabe all online. Some of these features include:
- Creating and maintaining up-to-date medical reference content databases.
- Medical imagery, graphics, and animation.
- Communities.
- Live web events.
You can also find searching this site easy and full of various amounts of resources and information regarding teenage depression. For example, you can use the search engine box to locate numerous types of resources ranging from a glossary of terms pertaining to depression at http://www.webmd.com/depression/depression-glossary; generalized overview articles at http://www.webmd.com/depression/tc/depression-in-childhood-and-adolescence-topic-overview; and a specialized guide focusing on teenage depression at http://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/teens-depression that explains how depression is diagnozed in adolescents. Very useful, easy to comprehend, and thoughtful research and studies proves WebMD is a reliable online source for teens seeking help and answers.
Databases
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INSPIRE.NET
INSPIRE, Indiana's virtual library database, provides access to over two dozen databases featuring newspaper articles, images, magazines, and other resources all free to Indiana residents. This wealth of resources has been an investment "of more than $10 million. If libraries in Indiana were to purchase these databases on their own, the cost would be more than $10 million. INCOLSA is about libraries sharing resources to produce the greatest benefit for Indiana's citizens. The cooperative statewide effort of INSPIRE maximizes the impact of tax dollars for library services and information."
~ http://www.steuben.lib.in.us/Inspirefunding.htm
Check out "MAS Ultra (High School)" Edition designed specifically for high school students. This database provides access to over 600 journals, with access to more than 500 journals, pamphlets, and articles that can all be downloaded in HTML, PDF, or Excel formats.
To get here, go to http://inspire.net and select "Inspire Databases" and "Search." Then try some of the suggested keywords or phrases and check the MAS Ultra (High School). Try using "teenage depression" and "keyword search" to bring up articles specifically connecting these two terms together. Then click Go.
This search will bring up 13 hits, mainly book and educational video reviews from library journals.
Notice how content, description, and choices on how to view articles are easily displayed for each entry. In the above example, you learn how this result is mainly a book review of two books on teenage depression, including Rescuing Your Teenager from Depression and The Disappearing Girl: Learning the Language of Teenage Depression. You can also see from the description what journal it appears in and the reading Lexile level of 1290, which means the material is at a 12th grade level. These are important features to consider as you do not want an article that is too advanced or complicated for research and reading.
The next two results are from magazines: Time and Science News. Again, MAS Ultra's database reveals your keywords in capital letters and where to go to read the article by clicking on "View."
By clicking on "View," you can then chose to read the article either as a HTML, PDF, or Excel file. Here, the article is formated in HTML and provides you with the opportunity to print, email, save, and even add this entry to your folder for further research. Also included is a full citation of the magazine for your bibliography.
Next, try using other keywords like "adolescent and depression" and find out you receive more hits. Remember, different keywords and using Boolean terms such as "and", "not", and "or" can really widen or narrow your search.
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Gale's "Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center"
(Available through your school media center or through public library databases such as the Allen County Public Library at http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/eresources.html.)
"Opposing Viewpoints" is a virtual library database of resources from Gale designed to aid students in the study of today's hottest social issues. "Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center" is a flexible, comprehensive, and user-friendly search tool supporting high school research. The homepage provides you with several choices, including search by keyword or subject; search by documents with images; or search for specific resources ranging from "Viewpoints" and "Statistics", to "Primary Sources" and "Multimedia." Try limiting your search by content reading level, ranging from basic to advanced; or by selecting one of the "Popular Topics" listed in the next column.
School Library Journal cites "Opposing Viewpoints" as providing "not only the content that their students need for in-depth research on both sides of an issue, but even more importantly, provides them with the instructional content for developing standards-based lesson plans...Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center goes above and beyond what most would expect from a database with both teacher-centric and student-focused resources that expand the research experience...access options and curriculum-focused resources take this library resource into the classroom and well beyond the four walls of the school making this database worthy of an A+" (9/1/07) http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6473868.html?q=opposing+viewpoints+gale.
For this search, I used the keywords "teens and antidepressants" and selected "Viewpoints," "Magazines," and "Primary Sources" as my content types.
Results will then be displayed on a screen where you can then choose to view them from the above content type areas. For "Viewpoints," I recieved 2 articles that showed me the "Content Level" for reading along with the options to read full text and how to cite properly.
"Magazines" returned 6 results, ranging from "Intermediate" to "Advance" content levels. Another important feature is the database's visual content of the results: here, you can see your keywords in red; see how many words are in the article; and view the Lexile reading level. Unfortunately, "Multimedia" had no hits. Overall, high quality and in-depth coverage from a wide range of sources for you to search.
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Wikipedia
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
Wikipedia is a free access, online encyclopedia that has new information being constanltly added to it. There are currently over a billion different entries to be explored. While anyone is free to post articles on a topic with or without any specialization or academic degree, Wikipedia is still a great starting place for your research topics or personal questions about teenage depression.
School Library Journal again confirms this site's resources as "generally well-researched and substantiated by footnoting and linking to sources, allowing readers to judge the quality of information being used. Moreover, Wikipedia entries often have more, and more current information." (3/1/06) http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/article/CA6313519.html?q=wikipedia.
Here, I searched using the terms "manic depression" and found a highly detailed, focused, and reliable source of information helping explain what makes "manic depression" different from "depression." Valuable features here include keywords in blue that link to further references; a table of contents that allows for fast and efficient skimming while doing research; and endnotes that lead to an extensive listing of additional references, including other Wikipedia articles, medical journals, and professional health websites.
Enjoy just browsing the thousands of topics and different areas of interest and exploration here -- the boundaries of entries and information are unlimited in cyberspace!
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EBSCO's "TOPICSearch"
(Available through your school media center or through public library databases such as the Allen County Public Library at
http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/eresources.html)
Approximately 250 full-text and secondary databases are made available via EBSCOHost. According to Library Journal, "The EBSCOHost system continues to be one of the best interfaces in the market because it is so simple, yet so powerful." (2/15/05) ~
The most useful and important features when using this database include its "Advanced Search" screen which provides additional options such as using Boolean search words; searching by "Current Events" or "Hot Topics"; a current "Search History" to aid in your researching processes; and the ability to set the Lexile Reading Level from Grade 5 through 12.
Some common keywords and phrases used in other databases might not work for others -- such as here, "teenage depression" returned 0 hits.
So, somtime you might want to play around with different words/phrases, or even start with a general subject keyword, like "depression," and see how the database narrows its own results. Here, I received a few good choices to try out, including "Teenagers -- Suicidal Behavior" which returned 3 hits; I then used the term "adolescent" since I had noticed it being used in the database's entries, and added "depression" which then provided 9 hits to browse. Also notice how EBSCOHost/TOPICSearch provide the Lexile reading level, along with being able to view files as a HTML or PDF file.
Overall, you'll be guided by other keywords to try out to help expand, narrow, or redefine a research topic or subject you're working on.
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From Depression to Discovery: A Teenager's Guidebook
http://cambridge.films.com/id/12206/From_Depression_to_Discovery_A_Teenagers_Guidebook.htm
Cambridge Educational. (2005). 1 videodisc (25 min.) DVD ISBN: 978-1-4213-2692-4
"Myths surrounding the disease—for example, the notion that it affects only adults—often prevent depressed young people from seeking help. This video shatters common misconceptions about depression, helping young viewers recognize its outward and internal symptoms. The latest forms of treatment are also explored. Interviews with teens who are living successfully with the disease, and commentary by renowned adolescent psychologist Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz, are interwoven with eye-catching and informative graphics that reinforce essential points. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide containing student activities, discussion questions, vocabulary terms, and other helpful features is available online. The result is an honest, youth-centered informational tool that encourages a proactive approach to depression."
An extremely valuable resource tool for any librarian, teacher, parent, and health professional to have when dealing with teens and depression. Activities and other online materials are a plus for providing support and guidance to teens. Watch a preview of the program here at http://cambridge.films.com/PreviewClip.aspx?id=12206.
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Teenage Depression: Teens At Risk
http://www.tmwmedia.com/teenriskseries.html
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TMW Media Group (2005). 1 videodisc (20 min.)
"The statistics on teen depression are sobering. Studies indicate that one in five children have some sort of mental, behavioral, or emotional problem and that one in ten of these problems are serious. Among adolescents, one in eight may suffer from depression. Of all these children and teens, a mere 30% receive any sort of intervention or treatment. The other 70% simply struggle through the pain of mental illness or emotional turmoil, doing their best to make it to adulthood...Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people ages 15 to 24." Provides a real, honest inside look into the minds of teens struggling with depression, isolation, and sadness while offering hope and support.
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Dan Sperling. Five Star Educational. (2004). 1 videodisc (79 min.)
"In this well-conceived presentation, a group of forthcoming teenagers reveal their own challenges and difficulties, as well as the steps they've taken toward resolving these issues. In doing so, they help one to discover the truth that every young person does have difficulties and challenges; that 'you are not the only one' who is dealing with personal issues and inner conflict; and that growth is a matter of facing our challenges and difficulties, understanding them, and doing our best to overcome, resolve and come to peace within." |
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An excellent multimedia viewing source for teens on dealing with depression and similiar issues present within their lives without feeling ashamed or alone. Teacher lesson plans and counselor guides also provide strong supporting material on how to discuss this topic in schools.
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American Life TV Networks. (2007). 1 videodisc. "For more and more teens it's not just a phase, but full-blown clinical depression. When teens like Jake get depressed the results can be deadly. You'll see how Jake dealt with teenage depression. And you'll meet Maureen a teenager who became depressed and suicidal after her mother died. Fewer than one in five depressed teenagers will gets treatment and one reason is because depression is hard to recognize." |
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Keep Track of Moods and Learn Helpful Activities
http://www.bpkids.org/site/DocServer/blank_kimberly_chart.xls?docID=161 (Use a pre-designed chart to keep track of your moods and feelings throughout the week -- or feel free to create your own chart!)
http://www.depression.com/activity2.html?content=day (Tips on releasing stress and anxiety)
http://groups.yahoo.com/search?query=teenage+depression (Always be careful when chatting online with strangers -- don't give out too much personal information and never meet anyone from an online group by yourself.)
