Antidepressant medications are used to treat a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other important benefits. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other mental/mood...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Depression - adolescents; Teenage depressionTreatmentTreatment options for adolescents with depression include:Supportive care from a medical... Read more »