Recent researches have shown that teenagers whose parents have experienced depression are also on a high risk of being depressed. Clinical studies prove that group programs with focus on developing problem solving and coping skills may reduce the risk of depression for teens.
The study found out though that the state of mental health of the teenager’s parents is very important for the success of the intervention. It will be better if the parents of the youngster are also not depressed during the time of the prevention.
Psychologists are astounded with the result and see them as helpful in pointing out candidates who may benefit from such programs.
The experts have explored the possibilities of why the treatment is less effective for kids with depressed parents. They look into the biological factors leading into depression in adolescents whose parents are suffering from depression themselves. They cite that the story is different for teeners whose parents have recovered from depression.