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The FDA says antidepressants may cause suicidal thoughts in young people. This warning started in 2003, with a strong warning for minors in 2005.
New research shows that these warnings might have made things worse. Many young people are not getting the help they need for depression.
More studies found fewer doctor visits for depression after the warnings. Some young people even faced more serious problems, like suicide.
Experts say it’s important to help kids with depression. Treatments should be discussed carefully. Help can save lives.
Vocabulary List:
Antidepressants /ˌæn.ti.dɪˈprɛs.ənts/ (noun): Medications used to alleviate symptoms of depression.
Suicidal /ˌsuː.ɪˈsaɪ.dəl/ (adjective): Relating to the act of taking one’s own life.
Warnings /ˈwɔrnɪŋz/ (noun): Statements that indicate potential danger or risk.
Depression /dɪˈprɛʃ.ən/ (noun): A mental health disorder characterized by persistently low mood and loss of interest.
Experts /ˈɛk.spɜrts/ (noun): Individuals with comprehensive and authoritative knowledge in a particular area.
Treatments /ˈtriːt.mənts/ (noun): Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury.
