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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>Teen Depression Screens In South Miami<\/h2><\/div>Depression is one of the most vicious disorders of the modern age. Many people fall victim to depression, especially children and teens, who tend to express the feeling of sadness in different ways than adults. It\u2019s safe to say that teen depression has taken its toll on many teens, mostly because they either can\u2019t recognize the severity of their condition or simply brush it off as irrelevant.<\/p>\n
According to teen depression statistics, depression affects about 20% of adolescents by the time they become adults. Therefore, one in five adolescents is affected by this condition, which can interfere with their ability to function properly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
We use standardized screening tools throughout your kid\u2019s childhood in order to identify developmental delays. Conducting tests is crucial for early detection, especially the Ages and Stages Questionnaires and the MCHAT-R Questionnaire, both of which allow us to identify deficits in your kid\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
As far as symptoms of teen depression go, in general, they include being in an irritable mood that lasts more than two weeks, as well as having at least five other clinical symptoms. Teen depression treatments include psychotherapy, radical lifestyle adjustments, and medication for cases deemed severe.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
It\u2019s no secret that many teens face a plethora of challenges in their adolescence, starting from peer pressure, family expectations, academic stress, and much more. Since many of them find it quite challenging to push through these obstacles on their own, they fall victim to lethargy and depression. Because early detection usually leads to early intervention, it is of utmost importance for you to screen your child from the age of 12 to the age of 21 in order to prevent, detect, or mitigate the impact of depression.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div>PATIENT FEEDBACK<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome.Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests.\u00a0 Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome. Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests. Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>Request An Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Call us and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
Depression is one of the most vicious disorders of the modern age. Many people fall victim to depression, especially children and teens, who tend to express the feeling of sadness in different ways than adults. It\u2019s safe to say that teen depression has taken its toll on many teens, mostly because they either can\u2019t recognize the severity of their condition or simply brush it off as irrelevant.<\/p>\n
According to teen depression statistics, depression affects about 20% of adolescents by the time they become adults. Therefore, one in five adolescents is affected by this condition, which can interfere with their ability to function properly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
We use standardized screening tools throughout your kid\u2019s childhood in order to identify developmental delays. Conducting tests is crucial for early detection, especially the Ages and Stages Questionnaires and the MCHAT-R Questionnaire, both of which allow us to identify deficits in your kid\u2019s development.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
As far as symptoms of teen depression go, in general, they include being in an irritable mood that lasts more than two weeks, as well as having at least five other clinical symptoms. Teen depression treatments include psychotherapy, radical lifestyle adjustments, and medication for cases deemed severe.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
It\u2019s no secret that many teens face a plethora of challenges in their adolescence, starting from peer pressure, family expectations, academic stress, and much more. Since many of them find it quite challenging to push through these obstacles on their own, they fall victim to lethargy and depression. Because early detection usually leads to early intervention, it is of utmost importance for you to screen your child from the age of 12 to the age of 21 in order to prevent, detect, or mitigate the impact of depression.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>PATIENT FEEDBACK<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome.Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests.\u00a0 Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome. Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests. Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>Request An Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>Have a question about our practice or want to schedule an appointment? Call us and speak with a member of our team.<\/p>\n<\/div>
\n\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome.Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests.\u00a0 Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\u201cDr. Hernandez-Puga was the best!!! From the front desk, to the nurses, and the doctor, they are awesome. Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful. This was the best team of medical staff I have been around in a long time! excellent, knowledgeable, I highly recommend this Dr-Hernandez-Puga.\u201d<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOne day i had an appointment to see a doctor that specialized in Premature Children i Had Preme Twins born one pound at 23 weeks so my doctor needed to be special. Little did i know that i would have a Special Doctor for over 16 years with minimal bad things to happen or live my chids are now 16 yrs old and are in the best of health and i know i ow it allot to Dr. Hernandes she has done allot for my kids and the way she respects my thoughts and wishes in treating my kids i love and appreciate everything she dose for me as a mom its hard to find a doctor that you have no regrets in all decisions you have had to make she has guided me through all the things they ever needed with just the decisions based on the welfare of the children thanks you Doctor Hernandes keep it real!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Grateful Patient<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\u201cOur daughters have been a patient of Dr. Puga for years and I am extremely happy with the treatment they receive from the doctor and her staff has always gone above and beyond to accommodate any requests. Thank you for all your patience and all you do for us!\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/blockquote>
Denise A.<\/strong><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>Request An Appointment<\/h2>\n<\/div>
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