Zhang Y, Hei MY, Wang MZ, Zhang JG, Wang S. Unraveling the complexities of adolescent depression: A call for action. World J Psychiatry 2024; 14(11): 1772-1778 [PMID: 39564178 DOI: 10.5498/wjp.v14.i11.1772]
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Shu Wang, MD, Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 119 South Fourth Ring West Road, Beijing 100070, China. wangshu.cn@outlook.com
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Psychiatry
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Letter to the Editor
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World J Psychiatry. Nov 19, 2024; 14(11): 1772-1778 Published online Nov 19, 2024. doi: 10.5498/wjp.v14.i11.1772
Unraveling the complexities of adolescent depression: A call for action
Yuan Zhang, Ming-Yan Hei, Min-Zhong Wang, Jian-Guo Zhang, Shu Wang
Yuan Zhang, Ming-Yan Hei, Neonatal Center, Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health, Beijing 100045, China
Min-Zhong Wang, Department of Neurology, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan 250021, Shandong Province, China
Jian-Guo Zhang, Shu Wang, Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100070, China
Author contributions: Zhang Y collected the data, analyzed the data, and revised the manuscript; Hei MY, Wang MZ and Zhang JG designed the study, collected the data, analyzed the data, and revised the manuscript; Wang S designed the study, collected the data, analyzed the data, drafted the manuscript, and revised the manuscript. All the authors read and approved the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest.
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Corresponding author: Shu Wang, MD, Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, No. 119 South Fourth Ring West Road, Beijing 100070, China. wangshu.cn@outlook.com
Received: August 6, 2024 Revised: October 8, 2024 Accepted: October 22, 2024 Published online: November 19, 2024 Processing time: 92 Days and 22.6 Hours
Abstract
The adolescent years are a period of profound change, both physically and psychologically. For many, these years are marked by excitement and exploration, but for others, they are fraught with challenges that can lead to significant mental health issues. Depression, in particular, has become an increasingly prevalent concern among adolescents worldwide, and its multifaceted etiology requires a comprehensive approach to understanding and intervention. A recent study on the relationships among negative life events, dysfunctional attitudes, social support, and depressive symptoms in Chinese adolescents offers valuable insights into the complex interplay between various factors contributing to adolescent depression. The authors explore a moderated mediation model to better understand how these factors interact with and contribute to the onset of depression. This article aims to delve into the key findings of the study, highlight its implications for clinical practice, and encourage further research in this critical area.
Core Tip: This article addresses a recent study examined the interplay between dysfunctional attitudes, social support, negative life events, and depressive symptoms in adolescents through a moderated mediation model. We focus on the need for comprehensive interventions that enhance social support systems, address dysfunctional thought patterns, and provide coping strategies for negative life events, ultimately informing more effective clinical practices and policies aimed at adolescent mental health.
