Abstract

Are Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors a Risk Factor for Adolescent Suicide?

Healy D~~~~~~

Year: 2009 Source: Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, v.54, no.2, (February 2009), p.69-71 SIEC No: 20090036

This article reviews the research on the effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors on adolescent suicide risk. The author calls for judicious skepticism regarding the benefits of treatment & a real concern about hazards. (13 refs.)