We are all everyday psychologists . . .

We are all everyday psychologists. Psychology, the study of human behavior, is something all we use every day of our lives whether we realize it or not. The aim of this blog is to gather and reflect upon web-wide information about human behavior to enhance understanding of ourselves and others.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Special Needs Youth and Depression

Young people with chronic medical conditions or developmental disabilities often meet rejection from peers because of their differences. Research from the Medical University of South Carolina reveals that being bullied or excluded from peer groups was more likely to be associated with depression than any of the challenges they faced with their chronic condition.

Youths With Special Needs At Risk For Depression When Ostracized By Peers