Abstract
Childhood and adolescence are vulnerable periods for development of a depressive disorder, with potentially lifelong negative consequences. Research increasingly suggests that lifestyle practices, including diet, are an effective adjunct strategy for the management of poor mental health. Dietary improvements are now recommended as the first actionable step in the treatment of depression in adults. In young people, evidence is also suggestive of a link between diet and mental health. However, implementing dietary interventions in youth can be challenging owing to numerous barriers. This paper reviews the literature on the topic and proposes several strategies that could be used by mental health clinicians to address diet as part of their practice. [ Psychiatr Ann . 2022;52(2):56–61.]
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