RCT: Omega‐3 fatty acids not supported as adjunct therapy for pediatric depression

The Brown University Child and Adolescent Behavior Letter 2026

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Authors: Alison Knopf
DOI: 10.1002/cbl.30934
Cited by: 0

Abstract

Researchers have found that omega‐3 fatty acids such as eicos‐apentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), as an adjunct to antidepressants, do not outperform placebo in youths with major depressive disorder.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Fatty Acid Research and Health Treatment of Major Depression Tryptophan and brain disorders

Publication details

Journal / source
The Brown University Child and Adolescent Behavior Letter
Volume
42
Issue
3
Pages
6–6
Publication date
1 March 2026
Language
EN