I Am A Pediatric Dentist: Why is Major Depression Among Adolescents my Concern?

The question, "why a pediatric dentist should be concerned about major depression among teenagers" is considered in light of reports from the National Institute of Mental Health. The results of these studies indicate that there is a progressive increase in the proportion of adolescents wit...

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Published inThe Journal of clinical pediatric dentistry Vol. 42; no. 4; pp. 247 - 249
Main Authors Waldman, H Barry, Perlman, Steven P, Wong, Allen
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry 01.01.2018
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Dentistry
Dentists
Mental depression
Pediatrics
Teenagers
dentists
Depression
teenage
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Summary:The question, "why a pediatric dentist should be concerned about major depression among teenagers" is considered in light of reports from the National Institute of Mental Health. The results of these studies indicate that there is a progressive increase in the proportion of adolescents with a history of major depressive episodes; ranging from 6.4% among 12 year olds to 15% and 16% for 15-17 year olds. There are great variations by gender, race and ethnicity in the proportion of teenagers experiencing major depressive episodes and receiving needed care. In addition, there is an increased proportion of teenagers with disabilities who experience major depressive episodes. This combined impact is a reality for youngsters with disabilities as they pass through the teenage years into adulthood. Listing of symptoms of depression are provided to facilitate dental treatment planning, as well as well as assisting parents/guardians in seeking the overall needed care for their youngsters.
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ISSN:1053-4628
1557-5268
DOI:10.17796/1053-4628-42.4.1