Health Information Technology in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

This issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, edited by Drs. Barry Sarvet and John Torous, delves into the transformative impact of Health Information Technology (HIT) on clinical practice in child and adolescent psychiatry. The comprehensive coverage includes strategies for leveraging HIT to improve the quality of care, enhance provider-to-provider communication, and coordinate care effectively.

The role of HIT in child psychiatry education and training is also explored, along with the use of patient portals, privacy and security issues, mobile health interventions for psychiatric conditions in children, and the economic aspects of HIT. This issue serves as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers seeking to understand the potential of HIT in improving mental health services for children and adolescents.

Edited by renowned experts in the field, this issue provides in-depth insights into the current state and future directions of HIT in child and adolescent psychiatry. It is an essential read for anyone interested in harnessing technology to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes in this critical area.

Series: The Clinics: Internal Medicine

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Elsevier

Publication Date: December 14, 2016

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0323482562

ISBN-13: 978-0323482561

Dimensions: 9.2 x 0.6 x 6.3 inches