DSM-5 depressive disorders include disruptive mood dysregulations disorder (DMDD), major depressive disorder (MDD), persistent depressive disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, s...
Adolescents may present with medically unexplained somatic complaints (fatigue, irritability, headache).
Based on DSM-5 criteria, ≥5 of the following symptoms have been present during ...
Active support and monitoring with short validated scales should be used in mild cases for 6 to 8 weeks.
Psychotherapy and/or medication should be considered if active support...
Systematic and regular tracking of goals and outcomes from treatment should be performed, including assessment of depressive symptoms and functi...
F32.9 Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
F33.9 Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
F32.8 Other recurrent depressive disorders
F32.8 Other depressive episodes
Adolescent depression is underdiagnosed and often presents with irritability and anhedonia.
Fluoxetine is the most studied FDA-approved for treatment of adolescent depression.
Escitalopr...
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