studies of recurrent depressive episodes have found that, relative to adults,

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adolescents tend to have a higher frequency of episodes, shorter time periods between episodes, and more severe symptoms during each episode. Additionally, adolescents may have a harder time seeking help or recognizing their symptoms as signs of depression, leading to delays in treatment and potentially more severe and long-lasting effects of each episode. It is important for parents, teachers, and healthcare professionals to be aware of the signs and symptoms of depression in adolescents and to provide support and encouragement for seeking treatment.