Citation

Tamminen T. Duodecim 2010; 126(6): 627-633.

Vernacular Title

Lapsen masennus.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Laaeketieteellinen Aikakauskirja Duodecim)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

20597313

Abstract

Childhood depression is an unfortunately common, underdiagnosed, undertreated and, owing to suicide risk, a life-threatening disorder. Early-onset depression will often recur or become chronic. Depression is generated as a result of the interaction of genetic and neurobiological susceptibility and stress caused by environmental and life events, with the child's ability to control his/her emotions becoming distorted. The necessary measures consist of acute phase treatment, follow-up care and maintenance therapy, and follow-up should be continued until adulthood. While child protection procedures are occasionally unavoidable, they do not abolish the need for treatment of depressive state.

Language: fi