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#Children and young #adults struggling with #mooddisorders can experience symptoms including persistent feelings of sadness, irritability or explosive anger, and impulsive decision-making, which can be debilitating and disruptive to their lives as well as to the functioning of their families. Leaving these disorders untreated can lead to unnecessary suffering and lifelong #mentalhealthstruggles.

#James Donaldson notes:

Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.

Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.

Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticle

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The #ChildMindInstitute’s #MoodDisorders Center offers cutting edge, tailored treatment services for #children and #adolescents suffering from #mooddisorders and related concerns.

Conditions we treat include:

- Depressive Disorders
- #BipolarDisorder
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
- Suicidality and #selfharm
- Emotional Dysregulation
- #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder
- #PersonalityDisorders, including #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder
- Disorders of Overcontrol

If you suspect that your #child may be depressed or having difficulties managing his emotions, it is important to get an evaluation by a clinician who is experienced in treating these disorders. Early detection and appropriate treatment can lead to a better prognosis.

Our multidisciplinary team of clinical #psychologists, board-certified #child and #adolescent #psychiatrists, and neuropsychologists are experts in the most current assessment and treatment approaches. When medication may be helpful, our team works with board-certified #child and #adolescent #psychiatrists at the #ChildMindInstitute or partners with your own #physician. Our #psychiatrists offer expert consultation on whether medication can improve treatment outcome, and provide ongoing medication management when needed.

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