Guide to Treating Adolescent Patients with Major Depressive Disorder

By  Olivia Morzenti, RDH, BS, CDHC, JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, MS, PhD, AFAAOM

Adolescence is shaped by biological, cognitive, and social processes. Healthy adolescent development is characterized by an increased self-awareness, satisfaction, growth, and resilience. Adolescence represents a critical phase in exploration and risk-taking behaviors, formation of peer relationships, changes in family relationships, and development of identity and self-direction. Stress, hormones, unlearned resilience, and other challenges are why adolescents are more vulnerable to depression and anxiety.¹

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