Tag: Child Psychology
Antipsychotics Up Risk for Unexpected Death in Youths
Risk for unexpected deaths increased in higher-dose antipsychotic group versus control group
Many Foster Kids Inappropriately Prescribed Psychiatric Drugs
Some children may be getting meds they don't need, others may be going without drugs that may help
Parental Depression Ups Odds of Child Use of Health Services
Findings seen across spectrum of care -- outpatient, emergency department, inpatient
Federal Parity Tied to Lower Out of Pocket Mental Health Spending
Lower out-of-pocket mental health spending exists for children with parity plans
New Model IDs Factors Tied to Muslim Youth Radicalization
Model provides a framework for prevention among European youth, with role for psychiatrists
Parents’ Childhood Affects Their Children’s Behavioral Health
Adverse childhood events for parents, especially mothers, affects kids' emotional well-being
Mental Health No Different for Offspring of Lesbian Parents
No notable difference in mental health for offspring with sexual minority parents, matched sample
Mood Disorders Up for Children of Consanguineous Parents
Increased odds of mental health issues and needing antidepressant, anxiolytic, antipsychotic medications
Guidelines Developed for Art Therapy for Children With ASD
Domains of importance ID'd in surveys include art therapist's level of experience, choice of art materials
Even First Graders Experience Obesity-Related Bullying, Teasing
Weight bias affects all aspects of obese children's lives, researchers say
