By Cathy Cassata — 2016
When people talk about depression, sometimes they refer to different types based upon what they think may have caused their depression.
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According to research, approximately 20 percent of the population will experience depression at some point in their lives—this statistic increases to almost 60 percent in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Having ASD increases the risk of depression in teens, but effective treatments are available
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People diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome have, in general, also been likely to be diagnosed with other mental health conditions. As such, research has found a connection specifically with depression.
When a medication is being evaluated to modify the behavior of a person with autism, one must assess the risks versus the benefits.