FRANCIS MARK MONDIMORE, M.D., AND PATRICK KELLY, M.D.
SECOND EDITION
In 2003, Adolescent Depression by Francis Mark Mondimore, MD changed the way parents and children view this condition and brought about a revolution in the field. In 2015, Patrick Kelly, MD, updated his co-author's edition with expertise only a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist can provide. These doctors explain that serious depression in adolescents goes beyond "moodiness." Depression is in fact an illness—one that can be effectively treated. The authors describe the many forms of depression and the many symptoms of depression in young people—from sadness to irritability, self-harm, drug and alcohol abuse, and violent rages.Incorporating the latest research from the field of adolescent psychiatry, this comprehensive and compassionate guide answers questions that many parents have, including: