Recent research has suggested that there is a relationship between the use of antidepressant medication and suicidal actions in __________.

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Recent research has shown a relationship between the use of antidepressant medication and an increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children and adolescents. This has led to warnings and increased caution in prescribing these medications in this population. The other age groups (women, young adults, and the elderly) may also be at risk for increased suicidal actions with antidepressant use, but the strongest evidence currently exists for children and adolescents.

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