Depression at an Early Age.

Alper, Joseph

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ERIC Number: EJ336582

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1986

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Depression at an Early Age.

Alper, Joseph

Science 86, v7 n4 p45-60 May 1986

Addresses the crisis associated with adolescent affective disorders and probes potential genetics, environmental, and physiological factors. Reviews case examples of depression, eating disorders, and suicide among youths. States clinical implications and advocates early diagnosis and treatment. (ML)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Affective Behavior, Behavior Disorders, Depression (Psychology), Early Identification, Emotional Disturbances, Personality Problems, Secondary Education, Suicide

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General

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Language: English

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