According to the article, childhood depression is a real problem that is often overlooked. Depression can have a number of different root causes, including genetic predisposition, early life trauma, and brain chemistry imbalance. While medication and therapy are often helpful in treating depression, it is important to first understand the underlying cause in order to create a comprehensive treatment plan.
The original article can be found here: https://www.unifiedcaring.org/childhood-depression-unveiled-shedding-light-on-the-root-causes/