... their beginnings in childhood or adolescence yet may go undiagnosed and untreated for years. Undernormal circumstances, hormonal and social changes may turn the most even-tempered pre-adolescent into a defiant, moody, chronically irritated, angry, scared teen. For a small percentage of teens these normal emotions become, debilating and require professional care. The teen may become suicidal when depressed and out of control ... ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate