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Cognitive functioning in depressed children and adolescents.

S C Sohlberg

    The Israel Journal of Psychiatry and Related Sciences
    |January 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    Depressed children and adolescents often show cognitive deficits compared to their peers. This literature review highlights their anxiety, low self-esteem, and the need for more research on children with depressed parents.

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    Area of Science:

    • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Cognitive Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Depression in children and adolescents is a significant concern.
    • Existing literature suggests a link between childhood depression and cognitive impairments.
    • Understanding these deficits is crucial for early intervention and effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To synthesize findings from a literature survey on cognitive deficits in depressed children and adolescents.
    • To explore the psychological characteristics associated with depression in this age group.
    • To discuss the implications of these findings for a high-risk model and future research.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature survey and synthesis of existing research findings.
    • Comparative analysis of cognitive task performance between depressed and non-depressed children and adolescents.
    • Review of psychological traits reported in depressed youth.

    Main Results:

    • Depressed children and adolescents frequently exhibit cognitive deficits compared to non-depressed individuals.
    • Commonly observed traits include anxiety, tension, perfectionism, assertiveness issues, and low self-esteem.
    • The findings support a high-risk model for understanding childhood depression.

    Conclusions:

    • Cognitive deficits are a notable feature of depression in children and adolescents.
    • Psychological characteristics such as anxiety and low self-esteem are prevalent.
    • Further research is warranted, particularly focusing on children of depressed parents, to understand familial risk and inform interventions.

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