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Is it safe for a 12 year old to be on anti-depressents?
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Every medication: Has potential side effects. It is important that the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks. But there are 12 years who may very much need antidepressants for anxiety disorders or depression.
Answered 4/8/2016
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