Depression in children Flashcards
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Sadness is common in children
- but depression also occurs and is characterised by feelings of helplessness, worthlessness and despair.
Parents and doctors both tend to be unaware of depression in children.
Major depression in children and adolescents may be diagnosed using the same criteria as for adults:
- namely loss of interest in usual activities
- the presence of a sad or irritable mood, persisting for 2 wks or more.
