Prep for Ed.D., or Ph.D. This is typically the area where teachers study for continuing work into the doctoral programs. Candidates in this area would study specific educational issues and often begin educational research in preparation for doctoral work. This is the broadest area of master's work for education.
7 Best and Worst Things to Say to Someone With Depression. Life is full of ups and downs, and it's only natural to go through rough periods when you need some cheering up. But depression is more than feeling a little blue, and people struggling with depression need the right kind of loving support. That's why it helps to know what to say â and what not to say â to a loved one who has depression. In fact, a study published in Social Psychology Quarterly found that the attitudes of family members have the biggest impact on depressed people, either helping or hampering their recovery.
When someone says he or she is thinking about suicide, or says things that sound as if the person is considering suicide, it can be very upsetting. You may not be sure what to do to help, whether you should take talk of suicide seriously, or if your intervention might make the situation worse. Call 911 or your local emergency number right away. 2  Or, if you think you can do so safely, take the person to the nearest hospital emergency room yourself. 3  Try to find out if he or she is under the influence of alcohol or drugs or may have taken an overdose. 4  Tell a family member or friend right away what's going on.