A school-age child diagnosed with depression is receiving antidepressant therapy. The nurse would instruct the parents to notify the physician immediately if the child demonstrates which of the following?

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Loss of interest in activities can be a sign of worsening depression or suicidal ideation, which requires immediate attention when observed in a child on antidepressant therapy.

A School-Age Child Diagnosed with Depression Is Receiving Antidepressant Therapy