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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]They could treat it by referring the child to a therapist and a psychologist for further evaluation/treatment. The pediatrician is the best person to do the screening because they're the only health professional most kids see on a consistent basis. Who else is going to do it, if the parents either don't know what to look for or are in denial?[/quote] The WTOP news report says pediatricians are expected to actually "treat" the depression themselves, OR they may make a referral. I don't think kids should be put on these powerful drugs unless they are also getting counseling. Why is that even legal??[/quote]
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