The long-term mental health outcome of adolescent with depression and alcohol abuse comorbidity

ConclusionsThe co-occurrence of depression and alcohol abuse in adolescence is associated with long-lasting health consequences compared to either condition alone. This finding indicates that there is a need to prioritize this group of patients that is at risk of suboptimal treatment, and to further develop effective treatment adjusted to the co-occurring condition.Key messagesThe co-occurrence of adolescent depression and alcohol abuse has long lasting mental health consequences compared to either condition alone.Improved treatment methods are important for this group of adolescents.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research