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Having this disorder in children can be a combination of different cases and factors just like in adults.. Genetics is one of the reasons that can cause this disorder in children.. who have depressed parents.... In addition to depression, the presence of any disorder and mental illness in the family can affect the child's mental health.... An accident or trauma such as separation from parents, death of loved ones and problems at school can also cause depression... these factors can Control the risk .... - Alcohol or drug use - The existence of family problems such as separation of parents - Genetics - Severe physical illness in childhood - Existence of stressful events in life - Physical, emotional or sexual abuse - Living environment

**Is depression in children a risk of suicide?** Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in children and about 7% of children aged 3 to 17 suffer from this disorder.. Depression is one of the disorders that has increased the number of suicides... Suicide is very common among school children... Although suicide is not common in minors... But it can happen.... If you feel that your child has symptoms of depression... The best way is to talk to him and try to understand your child's concerns and thoughts. Do it.... Undoubtedly, talking is the most important way to prevent suicide.... Warning signs of the possibility of suicide in children: - Many symptoms of depression (changes in eating, sleeping, activity) - Social isolation, including isolation from family and friends - Speaking of selfishness and despair - Increased risk taking - Showing self-harming behaviors - Substance abuse - Donation of property - Increase in sexual or unwanted behavior Treatment of depression in children Treating depression in children requires the efforts of the child and his parents... If this disorder is not treated in children, it is possible to cause major problems in adulthood... Depression is one of the common mental disorders that can be treated and if the treatment process is taken seriously; Complete recovery is achieved.... There are various methods for treating depression, which are divided into two general categories: treatment of depression without medication and treatment of depression with medication.... According to the severity of the disorder in the child and the condition of the patient, the best possible way is chosen by psychologists and psychiatrists.... ### **drug treatment** Children and adolescents with depression can also benefit from medication, and doctors often prescribe medication for more severe depression or when treatment alone does not provide effective treatment. Medications often prescribed to treat depression are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Zoloft, Prozac, and Lexapro, and serotonin-norepinephrine (norepinephrine). are Reuptake... are Cymbalta... There is no possibility of addiction to these substances and causing problems for our children.... ### **Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)** Cognitive behavioral therapy is one of the best ways to treat depression in this age group.. which improves the symptoms of the disease by teaching coping skills, improving communication skills and relationships with peers, solving problems, fighting negative thinking patterns and regulating emotions. Phases of color mapping of the brain Child and adolescent counseling Treatment of sleep disorder with neurofeedback

### **Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)** For teenagers with more severe depression, dialectical behavior therapy can be useful and effective... Dialectical behavior therapy is a form of CBT designed for people who have difficulty managing their painful feelings and may engage in risky behaviors, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts... In this method, people learn to practice mindfulness and skills such as problem solving in difficult situations and managing difficult situations in a healthy way... This treatment method includes individual therapy and group therapy. and it is very effective... **Summary** Treatment of depression in children is done using various methods, including drug therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, neurofeedback therapy, etc.... The best treatment method is determined by the specialist according to the patient's condition.... Depression in children has different symptoms; Treatment of depression in children is done according to the patient's condition.. that knowing parents can be effective in early diagnosis of this disorder and better treatment of depression... Bayat Psychology Center is one of the best centers for the treatment of all kinds of mental disorders in Shiraz, which helps patients with mental disorders on a daily basis... **Frequently Asked Questions** **1\_ What is depression?** Depression is a common mental disorder that makes a person sad and hopeless. Depressive disorder is not related to a specific age and can occur in any age group. Depression is also present in the children's age group. **2\_ What is the most important cause of depression in children?** - Alcohol or drug use - The existence of family problems such as separation of parents - Genetics - Severe physical illness in childhood - Existence of stressful events in life - Physical, emotional or sexual abuse - Living environment **3\_ Is it possible to commit suicide due to depression in children?** Depression is one of the disorders that has caused an increase in the number of suicides... Suicide is very common among school children; Although suicide is not common in minors. But it can happen...