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Potential risk factors for adolescent depression
| • Family history of depression |
| • Recent bereavement or family conflict |
| • Break up of a romantic relationship |
| • Having a chronic medical condition |
| • Physical and sexual abuse |
| • Trauma and severe stress |
| • Anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or behavioural problems |
| • Learning difficulties |
| • Substance misuse |
