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Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder, can affect children and adolescents just as they can affect adults. These disorders can have a significant impact on a childs emotional, social, and academic development, as well as their overall quality of life.

Depression is one of the most common mood disorders in children and adolescents. Symptoms of depression may include sadness or irritability, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite and sleep, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of worthlessness or guilt, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of death or suicide.

Bipolar disorder is another mood disorder that can affect children and adolescents. This disorder is characterized by episodes of extreme highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). Symptoms of mania may include feeling euphoric or irritable, having increased energy, racing thoughts, decreased need for sleep, reckless behavior, and grandiose ideas. Symptoms of depression in bipolar disorder are similar to those of major depression.

It is important to note that mood disorders in children and adolescents can be difficult to diagnose, as the symptoms may be different from those in adults. In addition, other conditions such as anxiety disorders or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may have similar symptoms.

Treatment for mood disorders in children and adolescents typically involves a combination of therapy and medication. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common form of therapy that can help children and adolescents identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors. Medications such as antidepressants and mood stabilizers may also be prescribed, depending on the specific diagnosis.

Early intervention is crucial in managing mood disorders in children and adolescents. If you suspect that your child may be experiencing symptoms of depression or bipolar disorder, it is important to seek professional help from a qualified mental health provider.

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Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents John Sargent, M.D.
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Learning Objectives: 1) Learn about the signs, symptoms and prevalence of depression and bipolar disorder in children and adolescents. 2) Learn about integrated care for youth with mood disorders.
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Depression affects 3% of children and 6 – 8% of adolescents 2 of 3 depressed teens are girls
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Depression represents a gene – environment interaction
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Family and contextual risk factors influence the occurrence Individual cognitive distortions, global and personal attribution styles and pessimism also increase its likelihood
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Family risk factors include Parental depression Family stressors such as moving, job loss, homelessness and poverty
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Persistent marital or post divorce conflict Persistent parent – child conflict or distrust
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Other factors inciting or exacerbating depression include Parental loss Chronic conflict with a step parent or paramour Family suicidality or family history of completed suicide
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Symptoms of Depression in Children and Adolescents Poor concentration Irritability Experience of boredom Quitting or decreased involvement in activities or relationships
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Further symptoms develop as depression persists Poor school performance Social isolation Family conflict Appetite and sleep changes
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Appetite disorders – substance abuse, eating disorder, cutting among adolescents Hopelessness Acute and chronic suicidal ideation Suicide attempts
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Depression associated with… Child neglect Parental depression or substance abuse
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Significant childhood difference (handicap, illness, learning disability) Domestic violence, marital conflict or persistent post separation parental conflict Other forms of child abuse
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Depression is often co-morbid with other problems Substance Abuse in Adolescents Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Unresolved grief ADHD School failure/learning disability Conduct problems
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Specific risk factors for suicide in depressed teens Obesity Teasing and bullying Previous suicide attempts
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History of childhood maltreatment Access to firearms Fluctuations in developmental maturity
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Concerns about sexual orientation Drug or alcohol intoxication Rejection, shaming failure or argument with important person (attachment figure) Impulsivity
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During the interview the examiner will often note that he/she feels sad while talking with the child
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History should always include… Family status Family stresses and transitions (moving, divorce, death of family member, economic distress/loss of job) History of abuse – physical, sexual, emotional
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Peer Relationships Legal difficulties and sexual activity (for children over age 11) Substance use/abuse School performance
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Previous Psychiatric treatment Family history of psychiatric disorder Suicidal ideation, intent, attempts
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Severity is indicated by… Presence of suicidality Child’s ability to respond to warmth of interviewer Child’s ability to identify strengths and enjoyable experiences The interviewer’s experience of hopelessness and helplessness
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Treatment Approaches Identify suicidality and develop a plan to limit suicidal behavior Build connections and competence
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Involve family in treatment and address family problems especially parental depression
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Identify problems caused by depression and develop methods of separating depression from the person
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Limit substance abuse, treat co-morbid problems and encourage academic success and pro social behaviors and peer relationships
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Use psychopharmacology when needed to facilitate treatment Assist patient and family in deciding on and monitoring psychopharmacology Monitor for switching to mania and for increased suicidal impulses
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It is essential to monitor and support return to normal development in school, with peers and in family during treatment
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Remember 10% of depressed children and adolescents will progress to develop Bipolar Disorder, often these teens have strong family history of Bipolar Disorder
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Be wary of suicidal behavior during treatment, especially at points of conflict and perceived isolation
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Build on unique skills, strengths and talents of both the child and his/her family
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Prepare family and adolescent for the possibility of relapse including identifying early signs warranting return to treatment
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Be aware of the influence of a culture of violence upon child or adolescent behavior
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Bipolar Disorder Alternating periods of depression and mania. Occurs in approximately 0.5-1% of population
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Mania Distinct period of time where child manifests symptoms of mania Grandiosity, expansive mood Pressured speech, flight of ideas Decreased need for sleep
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Engaging in potentially dangerous, risky behaviors, sexual promiscuity, excessive spending, engaging in dubious or risky projects (Impulsivity) Enhanced sense of well-being/perceived productivity
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May include irritability, law breaking, substance abuse, teen pregnancy/paternity and aggressiveness. These symptoms more likely in children with a history of maltreatment.
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Children are more likely to have rapid (hourly to daily) changes in mood. Older adolescents more likely to have classical (adult) mania
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Impulsivity, consequences of risky behavior, intoxication, incarceration and isolation are precursors of suicidal behavior in bipolar youth
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Treatment of bipolar disorders in children and adolescents often extremely challenging
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Family involvement and family stability are essential in effective treatment. Pay attention to the role of poverty, limited access to care and family chaos for child and family
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Family psychoeducation/decreasing family expressed emotion is extremely helpful
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Suicide prevention plan always part of treatment. This includes attention to firearms, planning for impulsivity and rejecting and shaming experiences
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Psychopharmacology may include mood stabilizers, atypical anti- psychotics and often both. Attention to side effects is essential
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Bipolar Disorder Treatment Antimanic psychopharmacology Depakote or Lithuim Atypical antipsychotics Abilify Risperdal 2 drug treatments Limited effectiveness of anticonvulsant drugs Trileptal Topomax Lamictal Neurontin
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Co morbid ADHD, academic and legal problems may complicate situation and must be addressed
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Building self – awareness, self assessment and self management are important
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Parenting Support Parental consistency Reducing negative expressed emotion DBSA – parental support Consistent longitudinal care/crisis plan
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Frequently family psychosocial circumstances complicate treatment and outcome (due to poverty, parental difficulties, single parenthood, lack of insurance and limited access to care)
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In some instances BPD may be comorbid with ADHD. In these cases treat BPD first, and then add ADHD treatment
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In some instances what looks like ADHD evolves into frank BPD. Families often find this diagnostic drift confusing
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These cases are always challenging and always require multidimensional, integrated treatment
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Course may be chronic with intermittent exacerbations and recurrent suicidality
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Development of long term treating relationships and long range treatment plan can be very helpful
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Remember not every child or adolescent who has emotional and behavioral dysregulation has Bipolar Disorder
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There is a group of children who present significant problems especially with affect regulation difficulties, impulse control problems, aggressiveness and poor response to frustration
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Some are experiencing sequellae of abuse and some have incipient personality disorders
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These children’s problems often include explosiveness, a lack of self – control that often requires police involvement and/or psychiatric hospitalization
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These children’s difficulties also often involve juvenile justice, multiple hospitalizations, school failure, expulsions and alternative school placement and polypharmacy
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Outbursts usually occur following frustration, perceived slights or disrespect, often within a context of emotional invalidation and disregard
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These patients require treatment of these problems in addition to psychopharmacology to limit arousal and manage periods of low mood
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A wide range of initial difficulties may lead to this clinical picture Previous significant abuse or maltreatment (may include domestic violence) CPS placement, placement transitions Mental retardation or significant brain injury Parental inconsistency Substance Abuse Marked Attachment Problems
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This is complicated by… Diagnostic confusion Lack of continuity of care Multiple placements
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Reinforcement of aggressive/explosive behavior Lack of effective family involvement Therapeutic inconsistency
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Defining Features Absence of expansive mood and decreased need for sleep Episodes are related to frustration, failure and/or criticism Episodes are generally discrete and goal directed, frequently viewed as defensive reactions
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A variety of diagnosis may be appropriate including PTSD Complex PTSD ODD Conduct Disorder Depression ADHD
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Common features of the children include Poor affect regulation Poor impulse control Poor attachment experiences Limited consideration of consequences of behavior Overall irritable mood
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Important considerations Role of negative coercive interactions Limited involvement in satisfying activities and prosocial peer groups
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Treatment Approaches Limit arousal (psychopharmacology) Improve mood or decrease anxiety with SSRI’s (if warranted) Promote attachment Develop a crisis plan Decrease negative expressed emotion
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Promote satisfying activities and relationships Chart episodes of high arousal, aggressiveness Enhance family relationships/functioning Teach tolerance for frustration
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Observe and alter provocation patterns Teach self – soothing and build social support