Posted by KathrynLex on January 30, 2004, at 13:47:20
In reply to Re: Question RE: Lexapro for 14 year old » Chairman_MAO, posted by PoohBear on January 30, 2004, at 10:01:29
Hi Tony,
Here is another link to information about adolescent depression:
http://www.swmedicalcenter.com/12837.cfm
While I agree with Chairman that psychotherapy and good support systems are key in helping a child through depression, I want to point out that "emotional blunting, apathy and agitation" does not always occur with medications.
I started taking Prozac when I was 15 and it was the best thing that could have happened to me. But every individual case is different, which is why it's important for your friends son to have a VERY good psychiatrist who can identify the problem.
K.
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