Teen Depression (Diseases and Disorders)

These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; In this new addition to the Diseases and Disorders series, author Peggy J. Parks discusses the causes, treatment, and impact of depression in teenagers. Parks explains the difficulties involved in diagnosing depression in adolescents, as well as other mood disorders associated with the condition, such as bipolar disorder and seasonal affective disorder [SAD]. The text encourages sufferers of depression to seek support and treatment, and describes how new medical discoveries – like biomarkers in the blood, which indicate the presence of depression – may assist with diagnosis and treatment in the future. First-person accounts and uplifting quotes from those who have experienced depression will educate and inspire young readers.; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information. Read more