Mission Prep (866-970-3847) has released a new guide explaining the use of fluoxetine, popularly known as Prozac, among teenagers who are living with depression.

-- The latest guide has been released for parents and caregivers to explain what fluoxetine is, why it is used to treat depression and anxiety in teenagers and what the common side effects are. Mission Prep also elaborates on appropriate dosages, how long it starts to take effect and how to safely stop taking the drug.
More information is available at https://missionprephealthcare.com/mental-health-resources/antidepressants/prozac/
From their popular centers in California and Virginia—from which they treat hundreds of teenagers in need—Mission Prep’s clinical team has seen that mental health medications remain an area of little understanding for both teens and their parents alike, despite their importance in the mental health recovery journey.
As such, with their guide, they want to give parents and caregivers the essential information they need to know to understand what fluoxetine is and why it is typically prescribed.
The guide explains that Prozac operates by restoring serotonin balance—a neurotransmitter crucial for mood, sleep, and appetite regulation—and is FDA‑approved for teen depression. It typically takes 20-35 days to build up in the system, with noticeable improvements emerging after 4-6 weeks.
As a spokesperson for Mission Prep explained, in order for a teen to make a full recovery from clinical depression, it is often essential to pair inpatient or outpatient therapy with medication management; and in many cases, Prozac is a recommended medication.
As they added, for a teen to recover, it is also essential that both they and their parents or caregivers understand why the drug has been prescribed and that the treatment can be spoken about openly, honestly, and without shame.
They said, “It is essential for parents to help teens see there isn’t anything taboo or shameful about mental health difficulties or taking medication to help. People take medications for all types of medical reasons, whether they are physical or mental challenges.”
As such, Mission Prep hopes that their guide can provide parents and caregivers with the comprehensive yet accessible information they need on fluoxetine so that they can support their teens throughout their mental health recovery journey.
As they stress, drugs like Prozac should only be prescribed and taken under the strictest supervision from expert mental health professionals like those they employ at their welcoming residential facilities in California and Virginia.
Mission Prep also affirms that they welcome all new inquiries from prospective families seeking support.
As their spokesperson added, “If you or your teen are struggling with depression, know that there is support available for you. Here at Mission Prep, we specialize in helping teens with their mental health, including depression. Whether you are looking for help with medication, therapy, or lifestyle changes, we can support you on your journey to recovery.”
For more information, visit https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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Name: Nathan Di Tomaso
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Organization: Mission Prep
Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano, California 92675, United States
Website: https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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