Researchers from the University of Auckland, New Zealand created a novel computerized cognitive behavioral therapy called SPARX – an interactive 3D fantasy game that can benefit teenagers suffering from depression:

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2012/04/20/video-game-helps-teenagers-battling-depression/

http://www.bmj.com/press-releases/2012/04/19/effectiveness-sparx-computerised-self-help-intervention-adolescents-seekin

 

and children who often see their parents having violent arguments are at risk of depression in their teenage years:

http://www.business-standard.com/generalnews/news/arguing-parents-can-give-their-kids-depression-in-teenage/85586/

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