What We Do
Find out if you need help for depression.
Learn about teen depression, treatment, how to cope and how to help someone.
We believe that when teens know about depression, they are more likely to get the help they need, and deserve.
We believe that parents should be armed with fact-based and practical mental health information.
We believe that mental health education must begin at school and should be hopeful, helpful and easy to use.
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Join the Erika's Lighthouse Young Adult Board as they host the 6th Annual "Bump Out Depression" Beach Volleyball Tournament at North Avenue Beach in Chicago!
Support Team Erika's Lighthouse at the 2018 Bank of America Chicago Marathon!
Introducing the Second Edition of our parent-to parent guide about teen depression offering basic information about depression and practical advice to help families navigate treatment, school support, medication and much more. Download a free PDF copy.
With your help, we educate school communities about teen depression, eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness and empower teens to take charge of their mental health.
