In adolescents,depression ______.
A) usually precedes the onset of a substance use disorder; the substance is used in an attempt to cope with the depression
B) is very uncommon in those with substance use disorder
C) when it develops, usually develops after the onset of substance use problems
D) is typically a substance-induced mental disorder

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Research has found that depression often develops after the onset of substance use problems in adolescents. It is not uncommon for adolescents to use substances as a way to cope with depression or other negative emotions, but substance use does not typically precede depression in this population. Depression is actually quite common in individuals with substance use disorder, so option B is incorrect. Substance-induced mental disorders can occur, but they are not the typical presentation of depression in this population, so option D is also incorrect.

In Adolescents,depression ______