The drug class of choice for treating childhood and adolescent depression is:

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SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are the drug class of choice for treating childhood and adolescent depression. This is because they have a better safety profile than tricyclic antidepressants and have been shown to be effective in treating both childhood and adolescent depression. Benzodiazepines are not typically used to treat depression, as they are primarily used for anxiety and sleep disorders. Psychostimulants are used to treat ADHD, but are not typically used for depression.

The Drug Class of Choice for Treating Childhood and Adolescent