n drugs; for example, Effexor, Luvox, Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft, represent a major revolution in the pharmacologic treatment of depression.” (Lader) Although there have been positive results, in people who have been taking these drugs; side effects still may occur, such as, nausea, fever, and weight gain. Nevertheless, it has been proven that many of these drugs can change the way depressive individuals feel and act. For example, a student from Calvin University said that, “Zoloft is one of the best drugs. After a few weeks of taking it, I noticed a vast improvement in my mood and energy. I would recommend this drugs to anyone who is suffering from depression” (Wiegers). Lastly, with proper diagnosis and treatment, depression can be effectively treated in more than 80% of cases. Due to today’s society not recognizing adolescent depression, treatment is the main factor in curing depression. Furthermore, depression may be the leading cause of death amongst teens in Canada. However, depression is a highly treatable disease; technology in the way of medicine has flourished and is on its way to eventually curing it completely. Depression is an illness, which effects the entire mind and body. It can cause a wide range of symptoms and anxiety attacks, which can occur at any give time. Fortunately, as described earlier that there is not a cure, but there are a variety of different methods of treatment, which can help cope with the illness. Overall, I found this to be honestly enjoyable; through researching this topic I realized and discovered a great deal more about adolescent depression. Bibliography Work Cited 1. Dr. Fair. “Stress Less” [http://1w2fd.hotmail.msn.com/cgi-bin/getm…&msg=MSG941604158.7&start=435849&len=3546]. November 3, 1999 2. Lader, M. Current Trends in Drugs for Depression. New York, 1996, p. 149-153. 3. Miller, Jonathan. Depression. New York: Boston Publications, 1990. 4. Mental Heal...
