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Treatment Options: Help is Available

Marlene Kurban • May 01, 2021

Often parents are the first to notice that something is wrong. Teens with mental illness may be diagnosed after a doctor or a mental health specialist observes signs and symptoms and conducts a thorough evaluation. Evaluations take into consideration:

  • Signs and symptoms observed by parents, teachers, and others
  • Any history of significant medical problems
  • A history of the teen’s development
  • A family history of mental illness
  • Any physical or psychological traumas or recent stresses, such as parental conflict or divorce, a natural disaster, or a death in the family

Diagnosing mental health problems in children and teens can be challenging, but early intervention is important. A diagnosis can determine the most effective treatment available, which may be medication, therapy, or a combination of both.

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