Measures Must Be Taken To Prevent Depression In Adolescents

As one of the most common, unrecognized and untreated health problems among young people, tackling depression is a serious priority for countries worldwide. The psychiatric disorder causes serious social and educational problems for patients, as well as leading to increased risk of suicide and substance abuse. A review of a published article in The Lancet urges that more measures are needed to prevent depression in non-specialist settings, such as schools and communities.

This article was taken from Medical News Today

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Settlement puts community-based mental health services for foster care children on the Medi-Cal menu of services

Federal District Court Judge A. Howard Matz approved a landmark agreement between advocates and the state of California that will provide intensive home- and community-based mental health services for children in foster care or at risk of removal from their families. The agreement in the class-action suit Katie A. v. Bonta comes nine years after the case was first filed.

This article was taken from National Center for Youth Law

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Addressing the Gendered Dimensions of Harassment and Bullying: What domestic and sexual violence advocates need to know

This paper first introduces and discusses a recent policy memo from the U.S. Department of Education
that clarifies the distinctions between bullying and harassment and the priorities and responsibilities
of school districts, and then outlines the differences between sexual harassment and bullying, explores
the unintended consequences of ignoring the gendered dimensions of bullying and harassment in K-12
schools, and suggests helpful strategies for advocates collaborating with school personnel and students.

This article was taken from Stein, N.D. & Mennemeier, K.A. (2011, October). Addressing the Gendered Dimensions of Harassment and Bullying: What domestic and sexual violence advocates need to know. Harrisburg, PA: The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence & The National Sexual Violence Resource Center. Retrieved from: http://www.vawnet.org

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Many Teens Endure Sexual Harassment

Based on the first nationally representative survey in a decade of students in grades 7-12, the study, which was set for release this week by the American Association of University Women, found that 48 percent of nearly 2,000 students surveyed had experienced verbal, physical, or online sexual harassment at school during the 2010-11 school year.

This article was taken from Education Week

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Adolescents With Suicidal Ideation: Health Care Use and Functioning

This study suggests that improved screening for suicidal tendencies by primary care providers is needed.  The researchers found that only 13 percent of teens with suicidal thoughts received mental health visits through their healthcare network.

This article was taken from Academic Pediatrics, September 2011

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Racial/Ethnic Differences in Mental Health Service Use Among Adolescents with Major Depression

This study examine differences in mental health treatment across four racial/ethnic groups of adolescents with major depression using a large, nationally representative sample.

This article was taken from Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Volume 50, Number 2, February 2011

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Paving the Way: Meeting transition needs of young people with developmental disabilities and serious mental health conditions

This report presents findings on best practices for transition to adulthood services for young people ages 16-24 who are dually eligible for mental health and developmental disability services.

This article was taken from Davis, M., Jivanjee, P., & Koroloff, N. (2010). Paving the way: Meet- ing transition needs of young peo- ple with developmental disabilities and serious mental health condi- tions. Portland, OR: Research and Training Center on Family Support and Children’s Mental Health.

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Comparing Racial/Ethnic Differences in Mental Health Service Use Among High-Need Subpopulations Across Clinical and School-Based Settings

Racial/ethnic differences in mental health service use among adolescents in clinic and school settings for three high-need populations are examined. Results indicate no racial/ethnic differences in school-based use contrasted with significant differences in clinical settings. Schools may be critical avenues for reduction of unmet mental health need among racial/ethnic minorities.

This article was taken from Journal of Adolescent Health, Volume 46, Issue 6 , Pages 603-606, June 2010

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Improving Early Identification & Treatment of Adolescent Depression: Considerations & Strategies for Health Plans

This issue brief from the National Institute for Health Care Management (NIHCM) Foundation examines the prevalence of adolescent depression, consequences of unidentified depression, and costs of screening and treatment. The issue brief also reviews recommendations and tools for primary care providers to identify and treat adolescent depression and shares opportunities for health plans to support providers in this identification and treatment.

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Major Depressive Episode and Treatment among Adolescents

This report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) finds that in 2007, an estimated 2.0 million youths aged 12 to 17 experienced a major depressive episode yet less than 40% of them received treatment for depression. Additionally, Adolescents with no health insurance coverage were much less likely receive treatment those with public or private insurance.

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