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A New Method for Inducing a Depression-Like Behavior in Rats
Published on: February 22, 2018
[Depressive disorders in children and adolescents]
G Lehmkuhl1, D Walter, U Lehmkuhl
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie des Kindes- und Jugendalters, Klinikum der Universität zu Köln, Robert-Koch-Strasse 10, Köln, BRD. gerd.lehmkuhl@uk-koeln.de
Abstract:
Depressive disorders in children and adolescents are widespread, cause a strong impairment in everyday life and are of great risk for further development. This paper gives an overview on the symptomatology, epidemiology, comorbid disorders and the further course of the disorder. Etiologic factors are presented and empiric studies concerning the treatment of depressive disorders in children and adolescents are summarized. Based on the empirical evidence and clinical experience suggestions for the treatment are provided.
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