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 symptoms, or...
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A recent study in Sweden sheds some light on the impact bullying may have on the emotional health of teens. Almost 5,400 teens answered... Read more »
I'm an Aardvark and I'm Happy! When my son who has Autism began taking Prozac for the first time, this is the song he sang to me. The... Read more »
After past blogs about alcohol and sex in relation to teens and diabetes, we now come to the next element that teens face: drugs. As far... Read more »
Maybe you have been suffering from anxiety related problems for awhile. You have tried meditation, yoga, deep breathing techniques,... Read more »
Your current ageSarah is a bright, kind-hearted 19-year-old college student. She also has major depressive disorder. Fortunately for Sarah, her... Read more »
Teen years are difficult -- for both the teens and their families. Add depression to the situation, and it can be especially difficult to know... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Depression - adolescents; Teenage depressionTreatmentTreatment options for adolescents with depression include:Supportive care from a medical... Read more »