Why are there "black box warnings" on antidepressant medications regarding children and adolescents?

Why are there "black box warnings" on antidepressant medications regarding children and adolescents?



A. Antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in some children and adolescents.


B. Dosage requirements must be significantly higher in children and adolescents compared to adults.


C. There is no established medical need for treatment of depression in children and adolescents.


D. Antidepressants interfere with physiological growth patterns in children and adolescents.



Answer: A


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