As adolescents separate from their parents and gain a
sense of control, sometimes they are unable to balance stresses. As a
result, depression may occur, and, at times, suicide may be the outcome.
Choose the topic of either adolescent depression or adolescent suicide.
Discuss contributing factors and signs and symptoms that may be
observed or assessed in these clients. Describe primary, secondary, and
tertiary methods of health prevention for this topic. Research community
and state resources and describe at least two of these for your chosen
topic. What nursing interventions could you use to assist an adolescent
you suspect is depressed beyond referring the adolescent to a state or
community resource? (about 300 words).