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Research the range of contemporary issues teenagers face today. In a 500-750-word paper, choose one issue (besides teen pregnancy) and discuss its effect on adolescent behavior and overall well-being. Include the following in your submission:
- Describe the contemporary issue and explain what external stressors are associated with this issue.
- Outline assessment strategies to screen for this issue and external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient. Describe what additional assessment questions you would need to ask and define the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with the parent or guardian.
- Discuss support options for adolescents encountering external stressors. Include specific support options for the contemporary issue you presented.
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Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
i.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a contemporary mental health challenge that impacts
adolescents adversely.
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Various aspects characterize major depressive disorder in adolescents.
iii.
Young adults with MDD may be screened by psychologists or psychotherapists using several
tools.
iv.
MDD in adolescents may be managed using various methods.
v.
A major depressive disorder is a mental health challenge that affects the well-being of young
adults.
Running head: MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER IN ADOLESCENTS
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Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
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MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER IN ADOLESCENTS
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Major Depressive Disorder in Adolescents
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a contemporary mental health challenge that
impacts adolescents adversely. The disease results from the young adult's external stressors and
increases the rate of mortality, hospitalization, and morbidity in victims. MDD is medically
diagnosed using the Diagnostic and Statistical Mental Disorder (DSM-5) criteria using several
medical tools. Teenagers with...
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