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Should My Child Be Evaluated For Medication If He Or She Shows Signs Of Anxiety And Depression?

Susan Mayes, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Penn State College of Medicine
Oct. 23, 2008

Question: Should my child be evaluated for medication if he or she shows signs of anxiety and depression?

Answer: Research studies demonstrate that medications can reduce anxiety and depression in children. Therefore, these medications may also be helpful for children with autism who have anxiety or depression.

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