New guidelines published to help recognize, treat teen depression

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – New guidelines released by the American Academy of Pediatrics could help save lives in Western New York. The AAP just published updated advice for pediatricians and family doctors to help recognize and treat depression among teenagers.
Dr. Michael Cummings, associate medical director for ECMC and vice chair of psychiatry at the University at Buffalo, told News 4 he welcomed the new recommendations.
“Suicide is the second leading cause of death in this age group