By, Laura P. Naylor Abstract Depression is very common in adolescence and if not treated properly it can produce long-term negative consequences, such as alcohol and drug abuse, criminal behavior, and even suicide. It is imperative that parents, educators, mental health workers, and the entire society better understand the signs, symptoms, risk factors, and behavior problems associated with depression in adolescence. This paper attempts to provide society with a better understanding of adolescent depression by reviewing the current literature on adolescent depression. This paper defines depression and reviews its symptoms, as well as the genetic, environmental, and social influences of adolescent depression. It also examines gender and racial differences among adolescents with depression and examines treatment options available to depressed adolescents. Introduction Everyone has most likely experienced a sad mood at one time or another in their lives. A short period of … [Read more...]
Conduct Disorder: Definition, Statistics, Parental Role and Intervention
by Dinah Stacy Abstract and Summary The paper presents a comprehensive analysis of current journal articles, research and literature on conduct disorder. The correlation of unproductive parenting, poor choices during pregnancy, etiology, childhood environment and the lack of disciplinary practices at home and at school are presented as key determinants of this disorder. The research supports this statement. Statistical data is provided to support the prevalence of this disorder in young children which escalates during the teen years. Conduct Disorder: Definition, Statistics, Parental Role and Intervention Introduction When asked what developmental stage is diagnosed with conduct disorder the primary answer would be adolescent. However, based on research the greatest damage to society is the result of actions by delinquent adolescents but conduct disorder begins below the age of 7 (Scott, 2007). The researcher hypothesis suggests conduct disorder has a … [Read more...]