Teen Mental Health Problems: What Are The Warning Signs
Mental health problems are real, painful and can be severe. They can lead to school failure, loss of friends, or family conflict. Some of the signs that may point to a possible problem are listed below. If you are a Parent or other caregiver of a ... [... more]
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Adolescents with major depression who received cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) after responding to an antidepressant were less likely to experience a relapse or recurrence of symptoms compared to teens who did not receive CBT, according to a ... [... more]
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Similar to adults, children and teens can suffer from mental health disorders that interfere with how they think, feel and act. Studies show that one in five children and adolescents may have a diagnosable mental disorder. Though it seems ... [... more]
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Antidepressants for children: Explore the pros and cons
Get the facts about antidepressants and children with these common questions and answers. Antidepressant medications are often an effective way to treat depression and other mental disorders in children and adolescents. However, antidepressants ... [... more]
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Understanding Your Teenager's Emotional Health
Information for parents about teenagers' emotional health from the American Academy of Family Physicians. The teenage years are a time of transition from childhood into adulthood. Teens often struggle with being dependent on their parents while ... [... more]
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This site helps parents and doctors help children and teens with depression. It's endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association and many other advocacy groups. Did the FDA prohibit the use of antidepressant medications by children and adolescents? [... more]
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