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Depression: Depression in Children and Adolescents
Depression is a serious health problem that can affect people of all ages, including children and adolescents. It is generally defined as a persistent experience of a sad or irritable mood as well as anhedonia, a loss of the ability to experience pleasure in nearly all activities.It also includes a range of other symptoms such as change in appetite, disrupted sleep patterns, increased or diminished activity level, impaired attention and concentration, and markedly decreased feelings of self-worth. Source: NASP ( National Association of School Psychologists)