Depressive Disorders in Children and Adolescents: Evaluation and Management.
S D Med
; 77(2): 73-78, 2024 Feb.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-38986161
ABSTRACT
Depressive disorders among children and adolescents impact the practice of many providers, in many specialties. These disorders contribute to illness and disability throughout the world, and they are a significant risk factor for suicide. Depression in these age groups can differ from those in adults, and early recognition along with proper treatment can lead to improved outcomes. It is important for clinicians to differentiate depression from other possible diagnoses such as anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and other mood disorders. Once the diagnosis of depression is established, the severity should be assessed to determine the most appropriate level of treatment. Outpatient treatment often starts with therapy, and if medications are indicated, the use of selectiveserotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) tend to be first-line.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Depressive Disorder
Limits:
Adolescent
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Child
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Humans
Language:
En
Year:
2024
Type:
Article