Teen Depression and Suicide: A Silent Crisis
ABSTRACT: Adolescent depression is a serious problem affecting 10.7% of all teens and 29.9% of high school students; 17% of high school students have contemplated suicide. Yet, depression in teens is often unrecognized. This article relays the tragic death of a 17 year old, along with symptoms of depression and suicide in adolescents; DSM 5 criteria for depression; treatments including protective factors, psychotherapy, and medications; and imparts interventions for addressing this huge but silent crisis.
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