The purpose of this collection is to integrate a broad base of investigational information to provide caregivers with background knowledge for the effective management of mood disturbances in adolescence. 17 chapters are grouped under headings of Perspectives, Clinical Syndromes, Depression & Suicide, & Forms of intervention. Articles dealing specifically with suicide are the authors,”Suicidal Behavior & Adolescence”, & “Suicide in Adolescence: Prevention & Treatment” (NBB)