Main description:

Completely updated and revised, the third edition provides primary care physicians with practice-tested, condition-specific treatment recommendations for various childhood mental disorders. Obtain clear guidance on dosing, monitoring, and potential adverse reactions of psychotropic medications for treatment of common psychiatric disorders and mental health or behavioral problems in children and adolescents.

It includes digital tools offering instant access to additional information on psychotropic medications.

TOPICS INCLUDE

Conceptual framework for prescribing psychotropics
Newly approved medications, changes in regulations and guidelines, and updates in the professional literature are included in this new edition
Medications for specific diagnoses-ADHD, anxiety, and depression
Food and Drug Administration approved antipsychotics and mood stabilizers and all other medications
What to do when treatment is unsuccessful

Contents:

Preface
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Chapter 2. Conceptual Framework for Prescribing Psychotropic Medications
Chapter 3. Making a Diagnosis
Chapter 4. Before Prescribing
Chapter 5. Group 1 Medications for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Chapter 6. Group 1 Medications for Anxiety and Depression
Chapter 7. Group 2 Medications: Antipsychotics and Mood Stabilizers
Chapter 8. Group 3 Medications
Chapter 9. Fine Tuning Treatment
Chapter 10. What To Do When Treatment Is Not Successful