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JAMA: Study finds benefits of antidepressants in treating pediatric depression

04-17-2007 · EurekAlert!

According to a new study, conducted by the Center for Innovation in Pediatric Practice at Columbus Children's Hospital and published in the April 18 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, the overall benefits of antidepressants in treating pediatric major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder and non-OCD anxiety disorders in children 19-years-old and younger clearly out-weigh the risks of suicidal thoughts and attempts associated with these medications.

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