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Depression (Children and Young People)

Management of depression in CYP.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Mental HealthPaediatrics

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Depression in children
National
NICE guideline [NG134]
National
NICE guideline [NG134]: Depression in children and young people: identification and management
National
Royal College of Psychiatrists (2008) Good practice guidelines for assessment
Local

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