What to Know When Your Kid Is on Antidepressants

For parents, deciding if your kid should take the prescribed antidepressants by the doctor is a crucial thing to do. Worrying for your children is normal and most antidepressants do come with side effects such as nausea and fatigue. Medical professionals are also careful in prescribing these medications because a child or teen’s brain is still continuously developing. However, when your kid is undergoing depression therapy and is advised to take medication, here are some things that you need to know:

• If your child is experiencing depression symptoms that affect their daily lives, they could benefit from antidepressant medication. These symptoms include, but are not limited to, dysfunctional behavior, or difficulty in maintaining relationships and/or attending school. However, taking medication should be accompanied by the depression rehab process for close monitoring by the therapist.
• Stopping the medication should always be with the doctor’s authorization. Your child might want to stop taking the medication once he/she feels better but it is important to check first with their therapist. The rehab process will be hampered by a sudden change in the medication.

Teen Depression employs mental health professionals who could help your teen deal and be treated with their depression through depression counseling. Medications can also be prescribed after careful examination of your child’s medical needs.