Kelli, who identifies as female, has twice tried to kill herself in the past. Although her vegan mother worries about the side effects of so many chemicals in Kelli's body, Dean, their family therapist, recommends that her daughter continue with antidepressants as well as hormone therapy. What evidence might be compelling for his advice?
a. Although there can be risks of drug interactions, antidepressants and hormone therapy can be done simultaneously.
b. Statistics show that the use of antidepressants is correlated with a lower incidence of suicide among young people.
c. Transgender adolescents have a higher incidence of suicide and antidepressants is virtually a mandatory prophylaxis against suicidal ideation.
d. Due to the mood swings in hormone therapy, antidepressants will have a beneficial role that far outweighs drug complications.