Recognizing and Responding to Adolescent Depression

Depression is increasingly recognized as a problem affecting adolescents as well as adults. Adolescents are underserved with regard to treatment facilities. One solution is the comprehensive health care clinic providing a holistic approach to assessment and intervention. Policy recommendations, whic...

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Published in:Journal of health care for the poor and underserved 1991, Vol.2 (1), p.122-129
Main Author: King, Stephen R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adolescent Health Services - organization & administration
Adolescent Psychiatry - methods
Adolescents
Clinical Diagnosis
Connecticut
Depression (Psychology)
Depressive Disorder - diagnosis
Depressive Disorder - economics
Depressive Disorder - therapy
Emotional Problems
Health Services Accessibility - standards
Holistic Approach
Hospitals, University
Humans
Intervention
Mental Health Clinics
Outpatient Clinics, Hospital - organization & administration
Psychiatric Services
Public Policy
School Role
Secondary Education
Urban Environment
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Summary:Depression is increasingly recognized as a problem affecting adolescents as well as adults. Adolescents are underserved with regard to treatment facilities. One solution is the comprehensive health care clinic providing a holistic approach to assessment and intervention. Policy recommendations, which include a role for the school system, are made. (SLD)
ISSN:1049-2089
1548-6869
1548-6869
DOI:10.1353/hpu.2010.0295