Scenario: 8-year-old Asian female with a diagnosis of severe depressive disorder presents to the office with a report of worsening symptoms. She has never taken psychotropic medication before.

1. Describe the chosen classification of medications, from the classification category, for your chosen vulnerable patient. Explain your rationale for your choice.

2. Explain what dose you would start the chosen medication with and the frequency.

3. Discuss how the medication works to treat their symptoms.

4. Explain how long they should take the medication.

5. Discuss the typical or common side effects of the medication.

6. Explain the urgent or emergent considerations for the patient taking the medication.