{"product_id":"adolescent-depression-a-guide-for-parents-a-johns-hopkins-press-health-book","title":"Adolescent Depression: A Guide for Parents (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)","description":"The timely second edition of this bestselling guide will inform and encourage struggling adolescents and their families.\nIn Adolescent Depression, psychiatrists Francis Mark Mondimore, MD, and Patrick Kelly, MD, explain that serious depression in adolescents goes beyond \"moodiness.\" Depression is in fact an illness―one that can be effectively treated. The authors describe the many forms of depression and the many symptoms of depression in young people―from sadness to irritability, self-harm, drug and alcohol abuse, and violent rages.\nIncorporating the latest research from the field of adolescent psychiatry, this comprehensive and compassionate guide answers questions that many parents have, including\nWhat are the symptoms of depression in teenagers?\nHow is depression diagnosed?\nWhat is the difference between depression and bipolar disorder, and which does my child have?\nHow can I find the best mental health professional team for my child?\nWhat kinds of counseling and psychotherapy are available?\nAre medications safe, and how does a doctor choose a medication for my child?\nWhat can I do if my adolescent is using alcohol, crystal meth, marijuana, or other substances?\nHow do autism and Asperger's syndrome, eating disorders, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, ADHD, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder interact with depression?\nWhat should I do if I sense that my child is in danger?\nWith all of this going on, how can I take care of myself?\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1421417901\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1421417901.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Mondimore, Francis Mark|Kelly, Patrick\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43305656090685,"sku":"BVV.1421417901.G","price":7.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1421417901-0.jpg?v=1782767365","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/adolescent-depression-a-guide-for-parents-a-johns-hopkins-press-health-book","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}