“Can a 14 year old be prescribed antidepressants?”
My 14 year old son has depression. I want to know if a 14 year old can be prescribed antidepressants?
6 Answers
Yes absolutely, there are three FDA medications approved for depression in children. But when you get to age 14, the doctor can always offer more options than just the there SSRIs. Hope that help, good luck with your son.
Yes. But it’s always good to have a full assessment or even therapy before resorting to medications. Therapy can help identify stressors causing a depressed mood. Further - it’s very important to rule out any underlying medical conditions that may be presenting as “depressions. Example - low vit D levels, thyroid or autoimmune conditions may present as a psychiatric symptoms.
Yes, they can, based on the severity of the depression. Start with therapy if the depression is mild.
Marat Nadirovich Shamsutdinov
Adolescent Psychiatrist
I am sorry your son feels that way. There are several medications for depression and anxiety at his age. However, he needs to be evaluated by a psychiatrist for symptoms and necessity for medications.
Stay safe.
Stay safe.
Absolutely! Yes. Antidepressants can be safely used in children and adolescents.
Yes, antidepressants can be used in children and teenagers. Several of these medications are FDA approved in children as young as 7. There is a black box warning for suicidal thoughts with antidepressants up to age 25.
