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Depression in children is usually caused by a variety of things

Friday, June 4, 2010

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Depression in children is usually caused by a variety of things, rather than any one thing alone. Upsetting events or personal experiences can be a trigger. Depression in children is also associated with an increased risk for suicide. Surgeon General estimates that more than 90 percent of children and adolescents who take their lives have [...]

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Childhood depression and anxiety – time to seek professional help

Thursday, May 20, 2010

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Childhood depression and anxiety are often overlooked. A widely held belief that children could not be depressed has recently been contradicted by the American Psychiatric Association. Depression and Anxiety in childhood is usually focused on a single subject. This can cause much stress and disturbance in their lives. Childhood depression is an overwhelming sadness that [...]

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