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Review
. 2006 Oct;17(3):789-808; abstract xiii-xiv.
doi: 10.1016/j.admecli.2006.06.003.

Adolescent psychopharmacology: drugs for mood disorders

Anela Bolfek  1 , Joseph J Jankowski, Bruce Waslick, Paul Summergrad
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Review

Adolescent psychopharmacology: drugs for mood disorders

Anela Bolfek et al. Adolesc Med Clin. 2006 Oct.

Abstract

This article reviews mood disorders in children and adolescents, the diagnostic criteria, and important differential diagnoses to be considered. Critical points in the treatment of mood disorders and comorbid conditions and the important role the primary care provider can play in their management are stressed. Warning signs to identify adolescents who may be at risk of attempting suicide are discussed.

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