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Recognizing
depression
in youth


Table of Contents
bullet.Introduction
bullet.Impact of Youth Depression on Oregon
bullet.Notes on Depression and Suicide
bullet.Why Youth Become Depressed
bullet.Possible Signs of Depression
bullet.Clues to Recognizing Depression in Youth
bullet.Distinguishing Clinical Depression from "The Blues"
bullet.Treating Depression
bullet.Why Some Families Hesitate to Get Help
bullet.What You Can Do
bullet.Conclusion
References
bullet.About the Author

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Brent, David, et al., "Psychiatric Risk Factors for Adolescent Suicide: A Case-Control Study." J. Am. Acad. Child Adolesc. Psychiatry, 32 (3): 521-529 (1993).

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